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Brussels to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Direct TGV INOUI trains link Bruxelles-Midi with Lyon Part-Dieu across the Belgian-French border. Depending on the departure, intermediate calls can include Lille-Europe, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV and Marne-la-Vallee Chessy. Allow approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours for a direct journey; departure numbers and timings vary by date. Second and first class both require seat reservations. One-way fares can run from about EUR 49 to EUR 180 ($54 to $198 USD). Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter, July-August and Christmas.

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Seats

Brussels

Lyon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:27

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

4h 1m

10:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9810

from

177 USD

4h 1m, Direct

06:27

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

10:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

177 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9810

08:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

3h 43m

12:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9812

from

177 USD

3h 43m, Direct

08:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

12:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

177 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9812

Day trains

13:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

3h 42m

16:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9830

from

177 USD

3h 42m, Direct

13:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

16:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

177 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9830

16:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

3h 45m

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9835

from

177 USD

3h 45m, Direct

16:17

BrusselsBruxelles-Midi

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

177 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9835

First train

06:27

Last train

18:17

Travel duration

3h 47m

Daily departures

Departure station

Brussels

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$112

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Brussels to Lyon Route Overview

The direct TGV bypasses central Paris, avoiding a transfer between Paris stations. This matters when comparing it with itineraries that require a change between Gare du Nord and Gare de Lyon. All seats are reserved, with no non-reserved carriage. Check that your ticket names Lyon Part-Dieu rather than the separate Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV airport station.

Travel time

3h 47m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 42m

Longest trip

4h 3m

Brussels

Brussels is Belgium's capital, with the Grand-Place in its historic center. TGV trains leave Bruxelles-Midi, also called Brussel-Zuid, which has metro, tram and domestic rail connections.

Bruxelles-Nord

Brussels-North, Rue d'Aerschot - Aarschotstraat, Brabant Quarter, Schaerbeek - Schaarbeek, Brussels-Capital, 1030, Belgium

Bruxelles-Midi

Brussels-Midi, Galerie M - M-galerij, Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis, Brussels-Capital, 1060, Belgium

Brussels

Station

Bruxelles-Central

Brussels-Central, Galerie Horta - Hortagalerij, Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, Pentagon, Brussels, Brussels-Capital, 1000, Belgium

3h 47m

Lyon

Lyon stands at the meeting of the Rhone and Saone rivers, with Renaissance streets in Vieux Lyon. Lyon Part-Dieu is east of the historic center, with metro B, trams and buses for onward travel.

Lyon St-Paul

Lyon-Saint-Paul, Montée des Carmes Déchaussés, Saint-Paul, Quartiers anciens, 5th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69005, France

Lyon Part Dieu

Station

Lyon Vaise

Lyon Vaise, Rue du 24 Mars 1852, L’Industrie, Vaise, 9th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69009, France

Lyon Gorge de Loup

Lyon-Gorge-de-Loup, Rue Sergent Michel Berthet, Pierre-Scize, Gorge de Loup, 9th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69009, France

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu, Place Charles Béraudier, Part-Dieu, 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69003, France

Lyon St-Exupery Airport TGV (LYS)

Lyon-Saint-Exupéry TGV, Parvis de la Gare, Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69124, France

Lyon Perrache

Lyon-Perrache, Passage France Pejot, Perrache, 2nd Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69002, France

Available Ticket Classes

Brussels - Lyon TGV INOUI trains offer second class with 2+2 seating and first class with 2+1 seating. First class provides wider seats and more personal space; it does not automatically include a meal. Both classes have assigned seats, and exchange or refund rights depend on the fare rather than the carriage class alone.

from

$176

2nd Class

from

$190

1st Class

from

$264

2nd Class Flex

Practical Information for TGV INOUI Travelers

On Brussels - Lyon TGV INOUI trains, luggage must be labelled and manageable by its owner. Keep bags out of doors, stairs and aisles.

Luggage Allowance

TGV INOUI permits two bags, each no larger than 70 x 90 x 50 cm, plus one hand bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. There is no fixed weight limit, but you must carry all items yourself in one trip.

Storage Facilities

Use overhead shelves for smaller items and luggage racks near carriage entrances for cases. On double-deck TGV sets, check your assigned deck before carrying luggage upstairs; storage is shared, not reserved with your seat.

Special Items

A folded or dismantled bicycle must be in a cover no larger than 90 x 130 cm. Do not assume an assembled bicycle space is available on international TGV services; verify the selected train. Sports equipment and instruments must meet the applicable special-luggage rules and remain out of aisles.

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Brussels to Lyon Map

The route uses Belgium's HSL 1 and France's LGV Nord, the high-speed connection around eastern Paris and LGV Sud-Est toward Lyon. Stops depend on the train and can include Lille-Europe, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV and Marne-la-Vallee Chessy. The line passes farmland in northern France and Burgundy before entering Lyon's urban approaches. Direct services avoid central Paris.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 49m

Price from

$53

Departures

137

Rating

The direct TGV links urban stations in Brussels and Lyon without airport transfers or a Paris station change. It has fewer departures than the combined options with connections, so compare the exact date. Coaches usually take much longer, while flights require travel to Brussels Airport and from Lyon Saint-Exupery. Electric rail generally has lower emissions per passenger than flying; bus and flight figures below are indicative rather than live quotes.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 47m

$112-$220

Bus

Apprx.

10h 0m

$25-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 25m

$70-$250

Cities at Both Ends

Brussels combines the guild houses of the Grand-Place with Art Nouveau buildings; departures use Bruxelles-Midi south of the old center. Lyon's Roman remains at Fourviere and Renaissance Vieux Lyon reflect different periods of its history. Arrivals use Lyon Part-Dieu, east of the Rhone, with metro and tram connections.

Brussels

The heart of Europe, where historic squares meet cosmopolitan charm and cultural richness.

Lyon

France's major southeast rail hub where high-speed routes meet regional lines for the Rhone Valley, Alps, and Burgundy.

FAQ about the Brussels - Lyon Route

How much is the train from Brussels to Lyon?

Indicative TGV INOUI one-way fares run from about EUR 49 to EUR 180 ($54 to $198 USD). The cheapest tickets are usually limited-availability second-class advance fares, not non-reserved seats. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long does the direct Brussels to Lyon train take?

Allow approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours on direct TGV INOUI services from Bruxelles-Midi to Lyon Part-Dieu. The quickest departure for your date depends on its stopping pattern. Connections via central Paris may require a transfer between different stations, so compare the complete itinerary rather than train time alone.

How do I book Brussels to Lyon train tickets?

Enter Bruxelles-Midi, Lyon Part-Dieu and your travel date on Rail Monsters, then select a direct TGV INOUI departure and class. Check the fare conditions before paying and follow the ticket delivery instructions in your confirmation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, with iOS and Android apps for managing reservations; an advance request is not immediate ticket issuance.

Do rail passes cover Brussels to Lyon?

A Belgian domestic rail pass alone does not cover this international TGV journey to France. Eurail and Interrail passes valid in both Belgium and France can cover travel, but a paid reservation is compulsory and passholder seats can be limited. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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