The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Zurich
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Zurich will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Lyon to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £88.
Distance: 335 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£132 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £242 Average Price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Zurich trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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32906+ 9219 | On time 12:39 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h47 | 19:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
117762+ 9223 | On time 14:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h49 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
4302+ 9223 | On time 14:52 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h13 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
5500+ 9223 | On time 15:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h01 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
2204+ 9223 | On time 15:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h01 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
117764+ 9223 | On time 16:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h49 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
2096+ 9223 | On time 17:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h03 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
9896+ 9223 | On time 17:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h03 | 22:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
17802+ 2242+ 9213 | On time 07:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h10 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
2218 · 2242+ 9213 | On time 07:33 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h53 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
9898 · 2242+ 9213 | On time 07:33 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h53 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
17756+ 2242+ 9213 | On time 08:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h10 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
2083+ 891414+ 2242+ 9213 | On time 09:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h22 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
2083+ 891414+ 9223 | On time 09:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h22 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
17804+ 9223 | On time 09:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h10 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
17804+ 2242+ 9213 | On time 09:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h10 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
17758+ 2242+ 9213 | On time 10:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h10 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
17758+ 9223 | On time 10:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h10 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
5516+ 9223 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h48 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
2242+ 9213 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h48 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
2242+ 9223 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h48 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
17806+ 9223 | On time 11:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h10 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
6618+ 9219 | On time 12:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h22 | 19:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
17760+ 9223 | On time 12:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 9h10 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Zurich
Trains from Lyon to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 335 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SBB, SNCF TER, SNCF from Lyon to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SBB, SNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Lyon and Zurich from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Zurich
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
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