The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Dunkerque on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
7:25 PM3h15Paris Gare de Lyon10:40 PMDunkerque$811One-way0 transfers
7:25 PM3h15Paris Gare de Lyon10:40 PMDunkerque$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $178.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $366 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 19m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque costing on average $65 (€52).
A bus is $338 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque costing on average $366 (€295).
Other travel options to Dunkerque take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
Flight takes on average 9h 19m.
The journey is about 55m faster (2h 9m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($65 (€52) vs $82 (€66)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h05 | 1:30 PM Dunkerque | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:51, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 8:51 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Dunkerque from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque 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 Dunkerque, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dunkerque
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Grand Morien
- La Patatière
- 3 Brewers
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- All Suites Appart Hôtel Dunkerque
- Ibis Dunkerque Centre
- Hotel Borel
- Located in the main hall
- 722 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free city bus service
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