The average train between Sunderland and Lyon takes 12h 3m and the fastest train takes 8h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 5 times a day between Sunderland and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Lyon at 1:56 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 12h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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19h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Lyon station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.
Sunderland to Lyon train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Sunderland station.
Sunderland to Lyon train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Book your Sunderland to Lyon train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Lyon is 1,108.9 km. The road distance is 1,307 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Lyon Part Dieu via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 9h 19m.