The average train between Aberdeen and Lyon takes 18h 40m and the fastest train takes 13h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Lyon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Aberdeen and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Lyon at 4:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 18h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Lyon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Lyon station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.
Aberdeen to Lyon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Lyon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Book your Aberdeen to Lyon train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Lyon is 1,353.7 km. The road distance is 1,743 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Lyon Part Dieu via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 13h 24m.