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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Lyon
Showing times and prices for Nov 28
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
10 h 32 m
Average duration
15 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
946 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Lyon will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Lyon without transferring at least once.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+
FlixBus07:17AM21h18
Hamburg Hbf04:35AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$1321One-way
2 transfers
ICE 575+
TGV 958009:24AM10h32
Hamburg Hbf07:56PMLyon Part Dieu
$1801One-way
1 transfer
ICE 575+TGV 958009:24AM10h32
Hamburg Hbf07:56PMLyon Part Dieu
$1801One-way
1 transfer
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus07:17AM21h18
Hamburg Hbf04:35AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$1321One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 587 miles (946 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€157 Average price | €211 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 36m Average total duration 19h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Lyon trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:13 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 575+TGV 9580 | On time 8:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h32 | 6:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Hamburg to Lyon trains with Omio?
TGV as well as Deutsche Bahn (ICE) offer trains services from Hamburg to Lyon. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Hamburg to Lyon.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TGV, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn (ICE) to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg to Lyon.
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- Multiple travel company options: While TGV tickets can be bought on TGV's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Deutsche Bahn (ICE) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Hamburg to Lyon.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Lyon?
The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Lyon is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Lyon route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg to Lyon per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hamburg to Lyon.
Trains
from $98Buses
from $56Flights
from $259Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Lyon
Germany
France
Trains from Hamburg to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 587 miles (946 km) distance in 9h 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $57 (€46)
Distance 587 miles (946 km) |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 33m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $57 (€46)
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Lyon trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Lyon from $57 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
0
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 55m
Cheapest Price
$219 (€178)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Hamburg to Lyon is not feasible, as the journey takes 9h 33m and the distance is 587 miles (946 km). Trains run 4 times per day.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.
The distance by train from Hamburg to Lyon is 587 miles (946 km).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Hamburg to Lyon.
The first train from Hamburg to Lyon leaves at 12:15 AM.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Lyon.
The last train from Hamburg to Lyon leaves at 11:40 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Lyon.
The train journey from Hamburg to Lyon offers diverse scenery, including picturesque views of Germany's countryside, the Rhine Valley, and charming French landscapes, making it a visually appealing trip.
Train ticket prices from Hamburg to Lyon can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $86 (€69), while the average price is around $193 (€157).
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Lyon is by bus, with a cost of around $57 (€46).
The train from Hamburg to Lyon takes 9h 33m and runs 4 per day.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Lyon is Hamburg Hbf, which connects to Lyon Part Dieu.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Hamburg to Lyon.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Lyon
Hamburg
Lyon
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Lyon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg Dammtor
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
Hotel
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
Distance to city center
15 kmDining
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
Hotel
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
Hamburg Landungsbrücken
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- O Pescador
- Asia Quick
- Paulaner's
- Burger King
Hotel
- Hotel Stella Maris
- Empire Riverside Hotel
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Auto-Parkhotel
Hamburg Mittlerer Landweg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
11 kmDining
- Alte Deichkate
Hamburg Königstr.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Fischereihafen Restaurant
- El Tequito
Hotel
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Hotel Central
- Auto-Parkhotel
The major train station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon Part Dieu. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon Part Dieu for your journey to Lyon from Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free unlimited WiFi.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
Dining
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
Accessibility
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
Ticket Office
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Information Desk
- Located in the station's main hall.
Public transit options for Lyon Part Dieu
- 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
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