Lyon to Cherbourg by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Lyon to Cherbourg? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 654 kilometres.

Train cost from Lyon to Cherbourg

Ready to book tickets from Lyon to Cherbourg? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Lyon and Cherbourg typically run US$181.50.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Lyon to Cherbourg

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lyon to Cherbourg:

  • 05:34 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 18:04 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:30 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:08 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 55 minutes from Lyon toward Cherbourg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 15 trains serving this route each day.

How long does the train from Lyon to Cherbourg take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 6 hours and 1 minute, with trains covering a total distance of 654 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Lyon to Cherbourg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Lyon to Cherbourg 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: Cherbourg.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Lyon to Cherbourg by train?

The train route from Lyon to Cherbourg covers 654 kilometres.

How much does the train from Lyon to Cherbourg cost?

The minimum fare on this route is US$181.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Lyon to Cherbourg?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Cherbourg?

The fastest journey on this route takes 6 hours and 1 minute.