The average train between Ghent and Lyon takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent 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 Ghent and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Lyon at 10:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ghent 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 Ghent to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Lyon station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Ghent to Lyon train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Lyon train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Book your Ghent to Lyon train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Ghent and Lyon is 595.4 km. The road distance is 803 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lyon Part Dieu via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 20m.