Train Lens Lyon

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Train timetable info Lens-Lyon

Travel by train from Lens to Lyon. 18 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lens at 4h 27m and the last at 18h 51m, allowing you to cover the 643 km distance in as little as 3h 58m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 31m

Shortest route time

3h 58m

First hour of departure

4h 27m

Last hour of departure

18h 51m

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

Book your train ticket in advance to travel for less. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

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

Your train takes you from Lens to Lyon in an average of 4h 31m.

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

The journey from Lens to Lyon on the fastest train takes 3h 58m.

How many trains run from Lens to Lyon each day?

Daily, 18 trains run on the Lens to Lyon journey.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Lens and Lyon.

What is the distance between Lens and Lyon by train?

The total distance between Lens and Lyon by train is approximately 643 km.

What time is the first train from Lens to Lyon?

Take a morning journey on the Lens to Lyon train departing at 4h 27m.

What time is the last train from Lens to Lyon?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 18h 51m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LENS.

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

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Lens to Lyon?

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

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, feel free to bring your pet. Good news: OUIGO offers a fixed fare of 10 euros for all animals, regardless of their weight. If your pet weighs less than 6 kg, it must be transported in a container no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm. If your pet weighs more than 6 kg, it must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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

The price of a Lens – 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 Lens 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 Lens to Lyon.

Price of a Lens – Lyon Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Lens to Lyon, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Lens to Lyon, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lens – 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 Lens – Lyon Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Lens to Lyon ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Lens 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 Lens - Lyon

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

TER

Travel from Lens 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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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lens to Lyon on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lens to Lyon: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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TGV INOUI Brussels

With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Lens to Lyon! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...

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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Lens to Lyon with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Lens to Lyon in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Lens - Lyon

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

TER

Travel from Lens 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.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lens to Lyon and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel from Lens to Lyon on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
Quiet zones
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Lens to Lyon. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lens 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.

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
Travel connected

Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
A gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the Bistro

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel in the utmost comfort

Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!
Stay connected while travelling

Free Wifi available onboard
An attentive team

Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team
Travel in first class

Our best seats, just for you
Plenty of space for your suitcases
Travel with your bike
A nursery area for your baby
Travel with your pet
Your office at 300 km/h
To go further
Fancy a snack?
New features
No more need to queue at the bar
Connect to the portal and a whole range of services

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Train timetables Lens-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
4h 27m	9h 00m	4h 33m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
4h 27m Lens TER 41009 4h 46m Henin-Beaumont 4h 53m Dourges 5h 08m Libercourt 5h 37m Lille Flandres 22 min 5h 59m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 5102 6h 49m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 7h 06m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 9h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
5h 41m	10h 28m	4h 47m	TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
5h 41m Lens TER 43201 5h 47m Billy-Montigny 5h 51m Henin-Beaumont 5h 55m Dourges 6h 02m Libercourt 6h 09m Seclin 6h 21m Lille Flandres 1h02 7h 23m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 12510 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9810 7h 49m Tgv Haute Picardie 8h 20m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 8h 38m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 10h 28m Lyon Part Dieu
6h 26m	10h 28m	4h 02m	TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
6h 26m Lens TER 46520 6h 28m Avion 6h 33m Vimy 6h 43m Arras 17 min 7h 00m Arras TGV INOUI 5202 7h 18m Tgv Haute Picardie 7h 53m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 8h 20m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 23 min 8h 43m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy TGV INOUI 12510 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9810 10h 28m Lyon Part Dieu
6h 57m	10h 56m	3h 59m	TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 57m Lens TGV INOUI 7304 7h 10m Arras 8h 08m Paris Nord 52 min 9h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6607 10h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 25m	11h 56m	4h 31m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 25m Lens TER 46522 7h 28m Avion 7h 33m Vimy 7h 36m Farbus 7h 39m Bailleul-Sir-Berthoult 7h 47m Arras 21 min 8h 08m Arras TGV INOUI 7208 - TGV INOUI 7508 9h 01m Paris Nord 59 min 10h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6609 11h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 41m	12h 00m	4h 19m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
7h 41m Lens TER 43209 7h 47m Billy-Montigny 7h 51m Henin-Beaumont 7h 55m Dourges 8h 02m Libercourt 8h 09m Seclin 8h 20m Lille Flandres 41 min 9h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9812 9h 51m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 10h 08m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 12h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
9h 52m	14h 00m	4h 08m	TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
9h 52m Lens TER 42208 10h 01m Pont-A-Vendin 10h 06m Bauvin - Provin 10h 12m Don - Sainghin 10h 23m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 10h 34m Lille Flandres 27 min 11h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 12526 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9826 11h 52m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 12h 09m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 14h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
10h 22m	14h 56m	4h 34m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 22m Lens TER 46542 10h 25m Avion 10h 29m Vimy 10h 39m Arras 39 min 11h 18m Arras TGV INOUI 7116 - TGV INOUI 7516 12h 08m Paris Nord 42 min 12h 50m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6615 - TGV INOUI 6685 14h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
11h 14m	16h 00m	4h 46m	TER, OUIGO	Booking
11h 14m Lens TER 42106 11h 18m Sallaumines 11h 21m Loison-Sous-Lens 11h 26m Pont-A-Vendin 11h 30m Meurchin 11h 34m Bauvin - Provin 11h 40m Don - Sainghin 11h 44m La Fontaine 11h 47m Wavrin 11h 50m Santes 11h 54m Haubourdin 11h 57m Loos Lez Lille 12h 00m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 12h 05m Lille Porte De Douai 12h 13m Lille Flandres 47 min 13h 00m Lille Flandres OUIGO 7835 13h 52m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 14h 08m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 16h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
12h 14m	16h 58m	4h 44m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
12h 14m Lens TER 42108 12h 18m Sallaumines 12h 21m Loison-Sous-Lens 12h 26m Pont-A-Vendin 12h 30m Meurchin 12h 34m Bauvin - Provin 12h 40m Don - Sainghin 12h 44m La Fontaine 12h 47m Wavrin 12h 50m Santes 12h 54m Haubourdin 12h 57m Loos Lez Lille 13h 00m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 13h 05m Lille Porte De Douai 13h 13m Lille Flandres 48 min 14h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9830 14h 51m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 15h 09m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 16h 58m Lyon Part Dieu
12h 24m	16h 58m	4h 34m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
12h 24m Lens TER 43658 12h 27m Pont De Sallaumines 12h 30m Coron De Mericourt 12h 33m Billy-Montigny 12h 37m Henin-Beaumont 12h 41m Dourges 12h 46m Ostricourt 12h 54m Douai 22 min 13h 16m Douai TER 43860 13h 38m Lille Flandres 23 min 14h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9830 14h 51m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 15h 09m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 16h 58m Lyon Part Dieu
13h 13m	18h 00m	4h 47m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 13m Lens TGV INOUI 7320 13h 29m Arras 14h 32m Paris Nord 1h20 15h 52m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6621 17h 12m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 17h 33m Macon Loche Tgv 18h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
13h 14m	18h 56m	5h 42m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 14m Lens TER 42110 13h 18m Sallaumines 13h 21m Loison-Sous-Lens 13h 26m Pont-A-Vendin 13h 30m Meurchin 13h 34m Bauvin - Provin 13h 40m Don - Sainghin 13h 44m La Fontaine 13h 47m Wavrin 13h 50m Santes 13h 54m Haubourdin 13h 57m Loos Lez Lille 14h 00m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 14h 05m Lille Porte De Douai 14h 13m Lille Flandres 29 min 14h 42m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7044 15h 44m Paris Nord 1h16 17h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6687 - TGV INOUI 6623 18h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
15h 10m	20h 02m	4h 52m	TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
15h 10m Lens TER 43227 15h 17m Billy-Montigny 15h 21m Henin-Beaumont 15h 25m Dourges 15h 32m Libercourt 15h 39m Seclin 15h 50m Lille Flandres 1h11 17h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 12536 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9836 17h 52m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 18h 08m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 20h 02m Lyon Part Dieu
16h 58m	20h 56m	3h 58m	TGV INOUI	Booking
16h 58m Lens TGV INOUI 7330 17h 11m Arras 18h 08m Paris Nord 52 min 19h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6689 20h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
17h 41m	21h 59m	4h 18m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
17h 41m Lens TER 43235 17h 47m Billy-Montigny 17h 51m Henin-Beaumont 17h 55m Dourges 18h 02m Libercourt 18h 09m Seclin 18h 20m Lille Flandres 41 min 19h 01m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9844 19h 52m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 20h 09m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 21h 59m Lyon Part Dieu
18h 41m	22h 52m	4h 11m	TER, OUIGO	Booking
18h 41m Lens TER 43239 18h 47m Billy-Montigny 18h 51m Henin-Beaumont 18h 55m Dourges 19h 02m Libercourt 19h 09m Seclin 19h 20m Lille Flandres 20 min 19h 40m Lille Flandres OUIGO 7815 20h 32m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 20h 50m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 22h 52m Lyon Part Dieu
18h 51m	23h 10m	4h 19m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
18h 51m Lens TER 46426 19h 03m Arras 15 min 19h 18m Arras TGV INOUI 7238 20h 08m Paris Nord 52 min 21h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6633 22h 20m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 22h 41m Macon Loche Tgv 23h 10m Lyon Part Dieu

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