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Santiago de Compostela to Lyon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Santiago de Compostela and Lyon takes 31h 4m and the fastest train takes 20h 54m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Santiago de Compostela 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.

31h 4m
Duration
1,820 km
Distance
€317
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Santiago de Compostela to Lyon train times

Trains run twice a week between Santiago de Compostela and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 4:26 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Santiago de Compostela is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Lyon at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 31h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Renfe ViajerosRenfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Viajeros20h 54m • 3 changes
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    Arrives +2 days

    Renfe AVERenfe CercaniasOuigoRenfe Viajeros41h 15m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Santiago de Compostela 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.

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  • Distance: 1,820.4 km
  • Duration: 31h 4m

What companies run services between Santiago de Compostela, Spain and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Santiago De Compostela to Lyon Part Dieu via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and Barcelona-Sants in around 12h 31m.

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