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Train timetable info Calais-Lyon

Travel by train from Calais to Lyon. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Calais at 6h 04m and the last at 17h 13m, allowing you to cover the 755 km distance in as little as 3h 48m.

Cheap train tickets Calais Lyon

How much does a train ticket from Calais to Lyon cost?

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Calais to Lyon take?

The journey on a train from Calais to Lyon takes approximately 5h 04m, depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Calais to Lyon?

The minimum time to travel by train between Calais and Lyon is 3h 48m.

How many trains run from Calais to Lyon each day?

Daily, 7 trains run on the Calais to Lyon journey.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Calais and Lyon?

It is possible to travel between Calais and Lyon on Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Calais and Lyon by train?

Trains running between Calais and Lyon cover a distance of around 755 km.

What time is the first train from Calais to Lyon?

The first Calais to Lyon train departs at 6h 04m.

What time is the last train from Calais to Lyon?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Calais at 17h 13m.

To leave Calais, which station(s) can I depart from?

On this page, you will find trains departing from: CALAIS VILLE, CALAIS - FRETHUN.

At Lyon, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: LYON PART DIEU, LYON PERRACHE.

Which train companies operate trains from Calais to Lyon?

You can make the Calais to Lyon journey with TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, OUIGO.

What services are offered on board?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

On board TGV INOUI trains, you can order your meals via a Wi-Fi portal and collect them without queuing! What more could you want? Want to enjoy a hot meal at 300 km/h? We’ve got it covered!

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lyon?

The price of a Calais – Lyon train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Calais to Lyon thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lyon.

Price of a Calais – Lyon Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lyon: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Calais to Lyon at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Calais – Lyon

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Calais – Lyon Train

The best way to pay less for your Calais to Lyon train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Calais to Lyon, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Calais to Lyon and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lyon on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Calais - Lyon

If you're travelling from Calais to Lyon, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Calais to Lyon with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Calais - Lyon

To travel from Calais to Lyon, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Calais to Lyon by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Calais - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Calais to Lyon route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • PRM access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Calais-Lyon Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 04m 11h 56m 5h 52m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Calais Ville
    TER 44836
  • Les Fontinettes
  • Audruicq
  • Watten - Eperlecques
  • Saint-Omer
  • Hazebrouck
  • Bailleul
  • Armentieres
  • Lille Flandres
  • 51 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7014
  • Paris Nord
  • 42 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6609
  • Lyon Part Dieu
8h 07m 12h 00m 3h 53m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Calais - Frethun
    TER 44412
  • Lille Europe
  • 17 min
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9812 - TGV INOUI 5113
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 07m 14h 00m 3h 53m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Calais - Frethun
    TER 7516
  • Lille Europe
  • 18 min
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9826 - TGV INOUI 12526
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 10m 16h 58m 3h 48m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Calais - Frethun
    TER 7522
  • Lille Europe
  • 15 min
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9830
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 04m 20h 02m 5h 58m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Calais Ville
    TER 44844
  • Les Fontinettes
  • Audruicq
  • Watten - Eperlecques
  • Saint-Omer
  • Hazebrouck
  • Bailleul
  • Armentieres
  • Lille Flandres
  • 1h33
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9836 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9835
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 37m 20h 56m 6h 19m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Calais Ville
    TER 16354
  • Boulogne-Sur-Mer
  • Etaples - Le Touquet
  • Rang-Du-Fliers - Verton - Berck
  • Rue
  • Noyelles-Sur-Mer
  • Abbeville
  • Amiens
  • Longueau
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h30
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6689
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 13m 22h 58m 5h 45m TER, OUIGO
Booking
  • Calais - Frethun
    TER 7534
  • Lille Europe
  • 1h50
  • Lille Flandres
    OUIGO 7815
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Perrache