Lyon to Derby by train
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Overview: trains from Lyon to Derby
Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon to Derby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Explore Lyon to Derby by rail
Getting ready for a trip from Lyon to Derby aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.
Train cost from Lyon to Derby
Ready to book tickets from Lyon to Derby? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Lyon and Derby typically run AU$404.42.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.
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Lyon to Derby departure frequency and train timetable
With 23 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 27 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:49 and the last one is at 21:04. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:50, with the last one at 18:04.
How long does the train from Lyon to Derby take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 7 hours and 3 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 924 kilometres.
When are tickets between Lyon and Derby available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Lyon and Derby can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making the most of your trip to Derby
For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Derby.
FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Derby
Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to Derby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Lyon and Derby is 924 kilometres.
The cheapest fare for this route is AU$404.42. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .
You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 months ahead of the travel date.
The fastest travel time is 7 hours and 3 minutes.
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