The average train between Lyon and Forbach takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Lyon to Forbach. 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 Lyon and Forbach. The earliest departure is at 8:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lyon is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Forbach at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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15h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Lyon to Forbach? 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 Lyon to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Lyon station and arriving at Forbach station via Metz Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Lyon to Forbach train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.
Lyon to Forbach train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Forbach station.
Book your Lyon to Forbach train tickets online with TGV inOui and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Lyon and Forbach is 412.2 km. The road distance is 717 km.
You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Forbach via Metz Ville in around 6h 17m.