Lyon to Calais train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lyon to Calais take around 3 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 625 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lyon is scheduled to depart at around  01:42. The last departure is usually at around 22:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lyon at around 05:40, with the last train leaving at around 21:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$92.50.

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

Is there a direct train from Lyon to Calais?

The journey between Lyon and Calais usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lyon to Calais every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The Lyon to Calais train travel takes about 3 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lyon to Calais train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Calais leaving Lyon at around 01:42 and the last train leaving at around 22:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lyon at around 05:40, with the final departure at 21:30.