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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a train costs an average of $654.
Distance: 802 miles (1292 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$667 Average price | $265 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 20m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 29m Average total duration 24h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 3.9 - 7.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Glasgow:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Glasgow costing on average $265 (€214).
A bus is $532 (€430) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Glasgow costing on average $667 (€538).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 50m.
Bus takes on average 24h 59m.
You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (14h 50m by train vs 16h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $667 (€538) compared to roughly $293 (€237) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Lyon to Glasgow by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Glasgow
France
United Kingdom
Trains from Lyon to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $654 (€528) but you can travel from only $88 (€71) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 802 miles (1292 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 802 miles (1292 km) |
Average train duration 14h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $654 (€528) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 20m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 4:00 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Glasgow trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Glasgow from $88 (€71). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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