The average train between Brighton and Lyon takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Brighton 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 Brighton and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Lyon at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Lyon station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Brighton to Lyon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Lyon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Book your Brighton to Lyon train tickets online with Thameslink, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Brighton and Lyon is 674.3 km. The road distance is 968 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Lyon Part Dieu via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 8m.