Travelling from León to Lyon by train

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

The fastest trains from León to Lyon take around 12 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 902 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving León is scheduled to depart at around  00:12. The last departure is usually at around 21:02. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 27 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$208.00.

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 León to Lyon?

The journey between León 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 León to Lyon?

The León to Lyon train travel takes about 12 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the León to Lyon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lyon leaving León at around 00:12 and the last train leaving at around 21:02. This is the same at the weekend.