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Book a train ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam
Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Rotterdam
How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Rotterdam take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Rotterdam?
How many trains run from Lyon to Rotterdam each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Rotterdam?
What is the distance between Lyon and Rotterdam by train?
What time is the first train from Lyon to Rotterdam?
What time is the last train from Lyon to Rotterdam?
To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Rotterdam, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Rotterdam?
What services are offered on board?
If you travel on an OUIGO train, you can stay connected during your journey. With the OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare, select a seat with a power socket from 3 euros, and add the OUIFI option for 3 euros to enjoy Wi-Fi on board. These options are included if you choose OUIGO PLUS.
If you travel on TGV INOUI, you will have the option to enjoy first class. With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, it has been designed for your comfort: extra legroom and a wider backrest.
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Take a train from Lyon to Rotterdam
The train journey between Lyon and Rotterdam is with TGV INOUI, Eurostar, OUIGO. Trains generally leave from LYON PART DIEU and arrive at ROTTERDAM CENTRAAL.
Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 5h 58m, while the average journey time is 6h 02m.
7 trains on average run every day on the Lyon - Rotterdam line. The first train leaves as 7h 04m, and the last at 17h 04m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.
The cost of a Lyon - Rotterdam train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam?
Price of a Lyon – Rotterdam Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass. Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Lyon to Rotterdam with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lyon to Rotterdam at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Lyon – Rotterdam
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 Lyon – Rotterdam Train
The best way to pay less for your Lyon to Rotterdam 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 Lyon to Rotterdam, 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 Lyon to Rotterdam and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Rotterdam 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 Lyon to Rotterdam?
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Rotterdam on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Rotterdam: 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.
What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Rotterdam train?
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lyon to Rotterdam and choose from a selection of classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st 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
What on-board services are available on the Lyon to Rotterdam train?
TGV INOUI
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