The average train between Preston and Lyon takes 10h 7m and the fastest train takes 7h 36m. 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Preston and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Lyon at 12:10 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 10h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 36m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Lyon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.
Preston to Lyon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Lyon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lyon Perrache station.
Book your Preston to Lyon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Lyon is 1,042 km. The road distance is 1,223 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Lyon Perrache via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 54m.