- Must visit
Musée des Confluences
A striking science and anthropology museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, known for bold architecture and major permanent exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Lyon will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 13 trains that leave Lille for Lyon on Tue, May 26, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 559 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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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5240 · 5338
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12536Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 347 miles (559 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Lyon:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Lyon costing on average $108 (€87).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
The journey is about 2h 37m faster (4h 13m by train vs 6h 50m by car) and roughly $112 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($108 (€87) vs $220 (€177)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Lyon trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7518 · 6619 | On time 12:05 PM Lille-Europe | 4h51 | 4:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
5120 | 3:16 PM Lille-Europe | 3h09 | 6:25 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
12536 | 4:54 PM Lille-Europe | 3h08 | 8:02 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
7060 · 6689 | 5:12 PM Lille Flandres | 3h44 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
5240 · 5338 | 5:16 PM Lille Flandres | 4h14 | 9:30 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
5124 | 6:16 PM Lille Flandres | 3h44 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
9844 | 6:52 PM Lille-Europe | 3h08 | 10:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
7076 · 6633 | 7:12 PM Lille Flandres | 3h58 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
12510 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 3h08 | 10:30 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
9810 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 3h08 | 10:30 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
7020 · 6611 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 3h44 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
12526 | 10:53 AM Lille-Europe | 3h07 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
9826 | 10:53 AM Lille-Europe | 3h07 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
7032 · 6617 | 11:41 AM Lille Flandres | 4h15 | 3:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lille to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (559 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 347 miles (559 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
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A striking science and anthropology museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, known for bold architecture and major permanent exhibitions.
One of France’s leading fine arts museums, housed in a former abbey with strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Archaeological museum on Fourvière Hill with Roman mosaics, inscriptions, and access to the adjacent ancient theatres.
One of Europe’s largest open squares, a central meeting point and starting place for exploring Lyon.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with a lake, botanical gardens, rose garden, and broad walking paths.
The central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with shopping streets, squares, and grand architecture.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and served with a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic of Lyonnais cooking.
A warm salad with frisée, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, widely associated with Lyon's bouchon tradition.
A robust sausage made from pork tripe, famous in Lyon for its strong flavor and served in many traditional bouchons.
Historic fine-dining institution in Lyon, renowned for haute cuisine rooted in the legacy of Eugénie Brazier.
Popular modern bouchon offering refined Lyonnais classics in a warm, intimate setting.
Classic bouchon known for traditional Lyonnais dishes, hearty set menus, and a lively, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and bouchons are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated but not required. Round up for taxis; small change for cafés is optional.
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