Train Lens Lyon

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Information about the Lens to Lyon train

Travel by train from Lens to Lyon. 17 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lens at 4h 59m and the last at 18h 41m, allowing you to cover the 643 km distance in as little as 3h 58m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 21m

Shortest route time

3h 58m

First hour of departure

4h 59m

Last hour of departure

18h 41m

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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 21m.

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, 17 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 59m.

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 41m.

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, LYON PERRACHE.

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?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

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!

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

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.

Which companies operate the train from Lens to 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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What travel classes are available on the Lens to Lyon train?

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.

What on-board services are available on the Lens to Lyon train?

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

Lens to Lyon train schedule for Wednesday 7 October 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
4h 59m	9h 00m	4h 01m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
4h 59m Lens TER 43281 5h 05m Billy-Montigny 5h 09m Henin-Beaumont 5h 13m Dourges 5h 20m Libercourt 5h 26m Seclin 5h 37m Lille Flandres Connection: 20 min 5h 57m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 5102 6h 51m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 7h 06m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 9h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
5h 50m	9h 56m	4h 06m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
5h 50m Lens TER 46400 5h 53m Avion 6h 05m Arras Connection: 10 min 6h 15m Arras TGV INOUI 7200 7h 05m Paris Nord Connection: 47 min 7h 52m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6681 9h 12m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 9h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
6h 10m	10h 35m	4h 25m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 10m Lens TER 43203 6h 17m Billy-Montigny 6h 21m Henin-Beaumont 6h 25m Dourges 6h 32m Libercourt 6h 39m Seclin 6h 50m Lille Flandres Connection: 32 min 7h 22m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9810 - TGV INOUI 12510 7h 53m Tgv Haute Picardie 8h 24m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 8h 42m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 10h 35m Lyon Part Dieu
6h 26m	10h 35m	4h 09m	TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
6h 26m Lens TER 46520 6h 28m Avion 6h 33m Vimy 6h 43m Arras Connection: 17 min 7h 00m Arras TGV INOUI 5202 7h 18m Tgv Haute Picardie 7h 55m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 8h 20m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy Connection: 26 min 8h 46m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy TGV INOUI Brussels 9810 - TGV INOUI 12510 10h 35m 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 Connection: 52 min 9h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6607 10h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 45m	11h 56m	4h 11m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 45m Lens TER 46412 7h 47m Avion 7h 59m Arras Connection: 11 min 8h 10m Arras TGV INOUI 7208 - TGV INOUI 7508 9h 01m Paris Nord Connection: 59 min 10h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6609 11h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 52m	12h 00m	4h 08m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
7h 52m Lens TER 42204 8h 01m Pont-A-Vendin 8h 06m Bauvin - Provin 8h 12m Don - Sainghin 8h 23m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 8h 34m Lille Flandres Connection: 22 min 8h 56m 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
8h 10m	12h 56m	4h 46m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 10m Lens TER 43211 8h 17m Billy-Montigny 8h 21m Henin-Beaumont 8h 25m Dourges 8h 32m Libercourt 8h 39m Seclin 8h 50m Lille Flandres Connection: 22 min 9h 12m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7020 10h 17m Paris Nord Connection: 43 min 11h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6611 12h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
9h 52m	14h 00m	4h 08m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI	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 Connection: 23 min 10h 57m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9826 - TGV INOUI 12526 11h 53m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 12h 09m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 14h 00m Lyon Part Dieu
10h 51m	14h 56m	4h 05m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 51m Lens TER 46402 11h 03m Arras Connection: 15 min 11h 18m Arras TGV INOUI 7116 - TGV INOUI 7516 12h 08m Paris Nord Connection: 44 min 12h 52m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6685 - TGV INOUI 6615 14h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
12h 10m	16h 56m	4h 46m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
12h 10m Lens TER 43221 12h 17m Billy-Montigny 12h 21m Henin-Beaumont 12h 25m Dourges 12h 32m Libercourt 12h 39m Seclin 12h 50m Lille Flandres Connection: 22 min 13h 12m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7038 14h 16m Paris Nord Connection: 44 min 15h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6619 16h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
12h 52m	16h 59m	4h 07m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
12h 52m Lens TER 42212 13h 01m Pont-A-Vendin 13h 06m Bauvin - Provin 13h 12m Don - Sainghin 13h 23m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 13h 34m Lille Flandres Connection: 22 min 13h 56m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9830 14h 51m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 15h 08m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 16h 59m 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 Connection: 29 min 14h 42m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7044 15h 47m Paris Nord Connection: 1h13 17h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6623 - TGV INOUI 6687 18h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
15h 10m	20h 02m	4h 52m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI	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 Connection: 1h05 16h 55m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9836 - TGV INOUI 12536 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 Connection: 52 min 19h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6689 20h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
17h 52m	21h 59m	4h 07m	TER, TGV INOUI Brussels	Booking
17h 52m Lens TER 42218 18h 01m Pont-A-Vendin 18h 06m Bauvin - Provin 18h 12m Don - Sainghin 18h 23m Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional 18h 34m Lille Flandres Connection: 23 min 18h 57m Lille Europe TGV INOUI Brussels 9844 19h 53m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 20h 10m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 21h 59m Lyon Part Dieu
18h 41m	22h 58m	4h 17m	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 Connection: 20 min 19h 40m Lille Flandres OUIGO 7815 20h 37m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 20h 54m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 22h 58m Lyon Perrache

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