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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Lyon

Showing times and prices for 24 Apr

Cheapest price

£112

Average price

£134

Fastest journey

4 h 44 m

Average duration

5 h 46 m

Trains per day

Distance

339 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milan to Lyon will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.

Fast trains

Of the 7 trains that leave Milan for Lyon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 12 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.

EuroCity 40+ SNCF TER

96646 · 17960

08:1010h42

Milan Centrale

18:52Lyon Part Dieu

£1121One-way

2 changes

EuroCity 40+ SNCF TER

96566

08:107h12

Milan Centrale

15:22Lyon Part Dieu

£1121One-way

1 change

EuroCity 40+ SNCF TER

96570

08:109h12

Milan Centrale

17:22Lyon Part Dieu

£1121One-way

1 change

FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296

15:484h44

Milan Centrale

20:32Lyon Part Dieu

£1231One-way

0 changes

9250+

18570

16:106h01

Milan Porta Garibaldi

22:11Lyon-Jean-Macé

£1361One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 6h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Coach	Flight
£87 Average Price	£37 Average Price Cheapest	£219 Average Price
8h 24m average duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 16m average duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	15h 28m average duration 12h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Milan to Lyon train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 23 April

Last updated at 11:22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9250+18570	14:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi	6h01	20:11 Lyon-Jean-Macé	1 change
Thursday 24 April
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9292	04:20 Milan Centrale	4h55	09:15 Lyon Part Dieu	0 changesdirect
EuroCity 40+96646 · 17960	06:10 Milan Centrale	10h42	16:52 Lyon Part Dieu	2 changes
EuroCity 40+96566	06:10 Milan Centrale	7h12	13:22 Lyon Part Dieu	1 change
EuroCity 40+96570	06:10 Milan Centrale	9h12	15:22 Lyon Part Dieu	1 change
9246+18562	10:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi	6h00	16:10 Lyon Part Dieu	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milan to Lyon?

The best time to book your train from Milan to Lyon is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Lyon route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Lyon per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Milan to Lyon.

Trains

from £34

Coaches

from £31

Flights

from £123

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Lyon

Italy

France

Trains from Milan to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £18 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £18

Distance

339 km

Average train duration

7h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

£53

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

7h 0m

First train

11:14

Last train

14:10

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £18

Train providers: Trenitalia, TGV INOUI and SNCF | TGV INOUI trains Milan to Lyon

Buy your official Trenitalia, TGV INOUI and SNCF | TGV INOUI train tickets to Lyon from Milan from £30 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Find the perfect train from Milan to Lyon with Trenitalia. Trenitalia offers different ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. You can also apply Trenitalia discount cards on Omio at the time of purchase. The distance from Milan to Lyon by train is 210 miles (339 km) and the cheapest price for a one-way ticket is £30. Check out Trenitalia’s train timetable between Milan and Lyon, compare the best prices for the route and book your cheap train ticket on Omio today!

Trenitalia is the main operator of train services in Italy, with a huge fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed at which they travel. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca. Trenitalia also operates trains such as the Eurocity (EC), Euronotte (EN), InterCity (IC), InterCitynotte (ICN), as well as the Regionale Veloce (RV), Regionale (R), Suburbano (S) and Metropolitano (M). Toilets and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access.

Milan to Lyon train information with Trenitalia:

Average Duration: 4 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: £30

TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.

Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.

Milan to Lyon train information with Regionale:

Average Duration: 4 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: £59
Regionale frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Milan to Lyon train

FAQs: Travel by train from Milan to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Milan to Lyon.

Cheap train tickets from Milan to Lyon can start from as little as £112 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milan to Lyon is £112; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Milan to Lyon is 7 h to travel the 210 mile long journey, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Milan to Lyon leaves at 00: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Milan to Lyon leaves at 22: 50.

There are 3 trains a day from Milan to Lyon which require at least one change with Trenitalia or TGV INOUI. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lyon. Take the fast train with TGV INOUI from Milan to Lyon.

For the best Milan to Lyon train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Trenitalia or TGV INOUI. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Milan to Lyon to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 50.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Centrale, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lyon Part Dieu, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.

You have options as you can travel from Milan to Lyon 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Lyon

Milan

Lyon

The major train station for departures in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your trip from Milan to Lyon.

Milano Centrale Wifi