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Lyon to Birmingham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lyon and Birmingham takes 8h 49m and the fastest train takes 6h. The train service runs several times per day from Lyon to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 49m
Duration
678 mi
Distance
£272
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Lille Europetrain train Tgv
  2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain train
6h 50m
£221–397

Lyon to Birmingham train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Lyon and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lyon is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 12:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Lille Europe and take an average of 8h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 678.1 mi
  • Duration: 8h 49m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Birmingham New Street via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 6h 50m.

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