Lyon to Barcelona by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Lyon to Barcelona?

The journey between Lyon and Barcelona usually involves 5 changes of train.ZeroZero

Q: How long does it take to travel from Lyon to Barcelona?

The Lyon to Barcelona train travel takes about 4 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price £11.94
30 days in advance £101.11

First train

14:16
Last train

14:35

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

4hr 48m

Distance

529 kilometres
Trains per day

11

Avg. journey time

5hr 2m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 14, 2026

Lyon to Barcelona train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lyon to Barcelona take around 4 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 529 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lyon is scheduled to depart at around 14:16. The last departure is usually at around 14:35. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 11 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 minute.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £11.94.

We think any time is a great time to visit Barcelona, 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 Barcelona.

Is there a direct train from Lyon to Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct train from Lyon to Barcelona.

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

The Lyon to Barcelona train travel takes about 4 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lyon to Barcelona train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barcelona leaving Lyon at around 14:16 and the last train leaving at around 14:35. This is the same at the weekend.

Barcelona to Lyon by train

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AVE

The introduction in 2014 of a once-daily direct train from Lyon to Barcelona was a boost for travellers heading from France's Saône-Rhône region to Catalonia. The service is run by Spanish rail operator Renfe (in conjunction with SNCF) using Renfe's top-of-the-range AVE trains. Skirting the Rhône Valley as it speeds south, the train then follows the Mediterranean coast. It cuts under the Pyrenees using a high-speed line linking France and Spain.

If the timings of the direct service do not suit your travel plans, bear in mind that there are additional connections per day from Lyon to Barcelona, each requiring just one change of train along the way (usually at Valence TGV or Nîmes).