The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Brussels
Cheapest price
€147
Average price
€217
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
52
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Brussels will cost around €217 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €147.
Of the 52 trains that leave Lyon for Brussels on Sun, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 569 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
98827:01 PM3h42Lyon Part Dieu10:43 PMBrussels-Midi€1471One-way0 transfers
98548:27 AM3h44Lyon Part Dieu12:11 PMBrussels-Midi€1471One-way0 transfers
17754+
93877:16 AM14h28Lyon Part Dieu9:44 PMBrussels-Midi€1751One-way1 transfer
6692+
94517:34 AM8h10Lyon Part Dieu3:44 PMBrussels-Midi€1851One-way1 transfer
6608+
94518:04 AM7h40Lyon Part Dieu3:44 PMBrussels-Midi€1851One-way1 transfer
98827:01 PM3h42Lyon Part Dieu10:43 PMBrussels-Midi€1471One-way0 transfers
98685:00 PM3h43Lyon Part Dieu8:43 PMBrussels-Midi€1861One-way0 transfers
98548:27 AM3h44Lyon Part Dieu12:11 PMBrussels-Midi€1471One-way0 transfers
6696+
93895:38 PM4h39Lyon Part Dieu10:17 PMBrussels-Midi€2541One-way1 transfer
6626+
94875:04 PM4h40Lyon Part Dieu9:44 PMBrussels-Midi€2131One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 569 km
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€131 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €251 Average price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17754+ 9381 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 13h31 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17754+ 9387 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 14h28 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17754+ 9365 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 11h01 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17754+ 9451 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h28 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17754+ 9487 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 14h28 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6692+ 9339 | 7:34 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h10 | 1:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6692+ 9365 | 7:34 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h43 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6692+ 9451 | 7:34 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h10 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6608+ 9365 | 8:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h13 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6608+ 9451 | 8:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h40 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9764+ 9451+ 30114 | 8:12 AM Lyon | 7h32 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
9854 | 8:27 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h44 | 12:11 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
17756+ 9365 | 9:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 9h01 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17756+ 9487 | 9:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 12h28 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17756+ 9395 | 9:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 14h01 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6612+ 9381 | 10:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h43 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6612+ 9451 | 10:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h40 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6612+ 9365 | 10:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h13 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6614+ 9365 | 11:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h13 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6614+ 9451 | 11:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h40 | 3:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6614+ 9487 | 11:04 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17758+ 9381 | 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 9h31 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17758+ 9487 | 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h28 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17758+ 9395 | 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 12h01 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6616+ 9365 | 12:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h17 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6616+ 9487 | 12:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 9h44 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6616+ 9395 | 12:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 11h17 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6618+ 9487 | 1:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6694+ 9487 | 1:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6694+ 9395 | 1:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17760+ 9381 | 1:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h31 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17760+ 9487 | 1:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h28 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17760+ 9395 | 1:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 10h01 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6620+ 9381 | 2:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h43 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6620+ 9395 | 2:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 9h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6620+ 9487 | 2:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6622+ 9381 | 3:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h43 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6622+ 9487 | 3:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6622+ 9395 | 3:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
17762+ 9395 | 3:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 8h01 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6624+ 9381 | 4:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h43 | 8:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6624+ 9487 | 4:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6624+ 9395 | 4:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 7h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9868 | 5:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h43 | 8:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
6626+ 9387 | 5:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6626+ 9487 | 5:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h40 | 9:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6626+ 9389 | 5:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h13 | 10:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6626+ 9395 | 5:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 6h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6696+ 9389 | 5:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h39 | 10:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6696+ 9395 | 5:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h39 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
6628+ 9395 | 6:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 5h13 | 11:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9882 | 7:01 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h42 | 10:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Lyon to Brussels
Trains from Lyon to Brussels run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 569 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 569 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Lyon to Brussels trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Lyon and Brussels from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Brussels by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon to Brussels
Most Lyon to Brussels trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Brussels leave from?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Getting to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV from Lyon city centre
Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is 3 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train station facilities and services
Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport, Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry.
Which Brussels station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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