Travelling from Valencia to Lyon by train

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

The fastest trains from Valencia to Lyon take around 8 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 816 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Valencia is scheduled to depart at around  06:30. The last departure is usually at around 21:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Valencia at around 06:50, with the last train leaving at around 22:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 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 US$210.00.

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 Valencia to Lyon?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Valencia to Lyon 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 Valencia to Lyon?

The Valencia to Lyon train travel takes about 8 hours and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Valencia to Lyon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lyon leaving Valencia at around 06:30 and the last train leaving at around 21:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Valencia at around 06:50, with the final departure at 22:10.