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

The average train ticket price from Zürich to Lyon is $149. The best way to find train tickets from Zürich to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Zürich to Lyon?

A train trip between Zürich and Lyon is around 5h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 209 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Zürich and Lyon?

The number of trains from Zürich to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Zürich to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Zürich to Lyon?

When taking the train from Zürich to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with TGV Lyria.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Zürich to Lyon?

Trains traveling between Zürich and Lyon leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, Perrache, Lyon Airport.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain, Boat Trips, Institut Lumière, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Parc de la Tête d'Or.

Train Zürich to Lyon from $110

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Zürich to Lyon on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:34am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	5h 22m	12:56pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
7:34am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	5h 24m	12:58pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
11:34am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	5h 22m	4:56pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
1:34pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	4h 22m	5:56pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
3:34pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	4h 22m	7:56pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Lyon.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $143	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$110 - $273	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $63	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Zürich to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

$32Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Zürich to Lyon: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$149

Average train trip duration5h 10m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure7:34am

Distance208 miles (334 km)

Latest train departure3:34pm

Train Companies

TGV Lyria

4.5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. TGV Lyria ticket prices on this trip start at $110

Train and bus companies in FR:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Zürich to Lyon Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Zürich and Lyon?

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Stadelhofen

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Altstetten

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Part-Dieu

B - Perrache

C - Lyon Airport

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Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lyon you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Zürich and Lyon compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Zürich to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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