Lyon to Vigo by train

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Overview: trains from Lyon to Vigo

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon to Vigo, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:24 View journey
Last train 21:36 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 15hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 1152
Trains / day 11 View all
Cheapest journey CA$752.05 View journey
Avg journey time 28hr 27m
Train operators 10

Taking the train from Lyon to Vigo

So you’re considering going from Lyon to Vigo by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Lyon and Vigo: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$752.05, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train timetable for travel between Lyon and Vigo

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Lyon to Vigo by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 06:28

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:36

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:24

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 21:36

  • Average number of daily trains: 11 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 6 minutes

How long does the train from Lyon to Vigo take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 15 hours and 29 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 1,152 kilometres.

When are tickets between Lyon and Vigo available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Lyon and Vigo can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Lyon to Vigo by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Vigo.

FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Vigo

Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to Vigo? 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 Vigo by train is 1,152 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.