The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Sint-Gillis
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Sint-Gillis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Sint-Gillis will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lyon for Sint-Gillis every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 566 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Sint-Gillis
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Sint-Gillis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 566 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£113 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £186 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lyon to Sint-Gillis train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Sint-Gillis trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9868 | On time 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h43 | 19:43 Brussels-Midi | 0 changesdirect | |
9864 | On time 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h43 | 19:43 Brussels-Midi | 0 changesdirect | |
9882 | On time 18:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h43 | 21:43 Brussels-Midi | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 05:00 Lyon | 4h17 | 09:17 Sint-Gillis | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Sint-Gillis
Trains from Lyon to Sint-Gillis run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 566 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 566 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:19 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Lyon to Sint-Gillis trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Sint-Gillis from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Sint-Gillis train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Sint-Gillis by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sint-Gillis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Sint-Gillis
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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