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Trip Overview

The average train between Lyon and Leicester takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Lyon to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 11m
Duration
650 mi
Distance
£292
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to Paris Gare De Lyontrain train Tgv
  2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain train
6h 50m
£223–428

Lyon to Leicester train times

Trains run hourly between Lyon and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lyon is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Leicester at 9:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Gare de Lyon and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 649.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Lyon Perrache to Leicester via Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Nord, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 50m.

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