The average train between Bedford and Lyon takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford 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 2 hours between Bedford and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Lyon at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford 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 Bedford to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu station via London St Pancras Intl station and Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Bedford to Lyon train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
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The distance between Bedford and Lyon is 808.7 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Lyon Part Dieu via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 6h 26m.