The average train between Dortmund and Lyon takes 9h 20m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund 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 4 times a day between Dortmund and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Lyon at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 9h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf station and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu station via Köln Hbf station and Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.
Dortmund to Lyon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
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The distance between Dortmund and Lyon is 669.4 km. The road distance is 784 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 57m.