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SNCF | TGV Lyria
About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Popular Routes
TGV Lyria train tickets
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Showing the fastest and cheapest results for 05 Nov
SNCF | TGV Lyria
08:183h11
Paris Gare de Lyon11:29Geneva station
£781One-way
0 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
10:173h12
Paris Gare de Lyon13:29Geneva station
£781One-way
0 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
12:183h11
Paris Gare de Lyon15:29Geneva station
£781One-way
0 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
14:173h12
Paris Gare de Lyon17:29Geneva station
£821One-way
0 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
20:163h13
Paris Gare de Lyon23:29Geneva station
£781One-way
0 changes
Popular TGV Lyria routes
Paris to Zurich train
from £95
Direct trains available
4h04 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- TGV INOUI
- SBB
- SNCF TER
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
Zurich HB to Paris Gare de Lyon train
from £45
Direct trains available
4h04 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- TGV
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
Geneva to Paris train
from £60
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- SNCF TER
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV INOUI
- TGV
Zurich to Paris train
from £66
Direct trains available
4h04 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- TGV INOUI
- Deutsche Bahn
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SBB
- SNCF TER
Paris to Basel train
from £66
Direct trains available
3h04 average duration
17trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF TER
- Deutsche Bahn
- SNCF
Geneva station to Paris Gare de Lyon train
from £45
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
Paris Gare de Lyon to Geneva station train
from £50
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF TER
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
- SNCF
- Regionale
Paris to Geneva train
from £54
Direct trains available
3h11 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- SNCF Intercités
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
- SNCF Intercités de nuit
- SNCF TER
- Regionale
- SNCF
Basel SBB to Paris Gare de Lyon train
from £45
Direct trains available
3h04 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV INOUI
- TGV
- SNCF TER
Paris Gare de Lyon to Zurich HB train
from £45
Direct trains available
4h04 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SNCF TER
- SBB
TGV Lyria FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with TGV Lyria: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
With TGV Lyria, you can travel directly between various cities in France and Switzerland, including Paris to Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel.
TGV Lyria trains are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility, offering wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and boarding assistance.
Cancellation with TGV Lyria depends on the ticket type, as cancellation policies vary by ticket type.
Passengers on TGV Lyria can board directly with a valid ticket, as there is no formal check-in process.
If you miss your connection due to a delay, TGV Lyria offers compensation in such situations.
TGV Lyria provides partial refunds for exchangeable tickets with a fee before departure, and the refund process takes approximately 2-3 weeks. Non-exchangeable tickets do not qualify for a refund.
You have up to 60 days to submit your compensation request with TGV Lyria. Non-exchangeable tickets are non-refundable, while exchangeable tickets may receive a partial refund with a fee before departure.
If your train with TGV Lyria is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation, especially if the delay affects your connecting services.
For a train delay above 120 minutes with TGV Lyria, the compensation is 50% of the ticket price.
For a train delay with TGV Lyria between 60 and 119 minutes, the compensation is 25% of the ticket price.
TGV Lyria operates trains between France and Switzerland, with major departures from Paris's Gare de Lyon station.
On TGV Lyria trains, passengers can store their luggage in overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and between seats, with the allowance of 1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person.
When traveling with TGV Lyria, it is recommended to carry your passport, as identification checks may occur and travel often crosses international borders.
Small pets in carriers can travel for free on TGV Lyria trains, whereas large dogs require a paid ticket. Guide dogs are permitted to travel for free.
If your train is canceled by the operator, TGV Lyria provides a full refund.
Refundable train tickets with TGV Lyria typically include those purchased with more flexible fare conditions, allowing modifications and cancellations with a refund, possibly subject to fees depending on the ticket class.
Yes, TGV Lyria trains are equipped with USB plugs for passenger convenience.
You cannot buy subway tickets onboard TGV Lyria trains.
TGV Lyria does not offer compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
Yes, TGV Lyria trains offer WiFi onboard, allowing passengers to stay connected during their journey.
TGV Lyria offers quiet zones on their trains, allowing passengers to enjoy a peaceful journey.
station information and facilities
Most popular TGV Lyria train stations
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free unlimited WiFi.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Dining
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
Accessibility
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Hotel
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
Information Desk
- Located in Hall 1.
Public transport options for Paris Gare de Lyon
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
Dining
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
Shower
- Cost CHF 10
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 532 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
Public transport options for Genève
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transport options for Zürich HB
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
Public transport options for Basel SBB
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
Dining
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 440 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
Public transport options for Lausanne
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
TGV Lyria destinations
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