Travelling from Copenhagen to Lyon by train

Want to know how to get from Copenhagen to Lyon by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Copenhagen to Lyon take around 19 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,236 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Copenhagen is scheduled to depart at around  00:54. The last departure is usually at around 23:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Copenhagen at around 00:50, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 48 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £132.18.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lyon, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Lyon.

Is there a direct train from Copenhagen to Lyon?

The journey between Copenhagen and Lyon usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Copenhagen to Lyon?

The Copenhagen to Lyon train travel takes about 19 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Copenhagen to Lyon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lyon leaving Copenhagen at around 00:54 and the last train leaving at around 23:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Copenhagen at around 00:50, with the final departure at 23:00.