The average train between Canterbury and Lyon takes 7h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Canterbury 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 3 hours between Canterbury and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Lyon at 12:10 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Lyon station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.
Canterbury to Lyon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Lyon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Lyon Perrache station.
Book your Canterbury to Lyon train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Canterbury and Lyon is 674.4 km. The road distance is 1,000 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Lyon Perrache via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 6h 24m.