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Preston to Lyon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Lyon takes 10h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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.

10h 30m
Duration
1,245 km
Distance
€347
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Lyon Part Dieutrain train Tgv
8h 54m
€269–509

Preston to Lyon train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Preston and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Lyon at 4:59 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 10h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,245 km
  • Duration: 10h 30m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Lyon Part Dieu via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 8h 54m.

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