Zermatt to Lyon train with SNCF | TGV Lyria

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Compare prices and tickets Zermatt to Lyon by flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zermatt to Lyon

SwitzerlandSwitzerland
FranceFrance
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Trains from Zermatt to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 564kr but you can travel from only 559kr by flight.

The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 6h 35m.

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
Flight from 559kr
Distance
227 km
Average train duration
6h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
564kr
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
6h 35m
First train
5:37 AM
Last train
8:38 PM
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
56 days
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
Flight from 559kr

Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER from Zermatt to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TER trains will get you between Zermatt and Lyon from 559kr. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration
6h 41m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price
564kr
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
11 a day
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

TER

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TER Duration
6h 35m
Cheapest TER Price
564kr
TER frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Zermatt to Lyon train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Zermatt to Lyon can start from as little as 564kr when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zermatt to Lyon is 727kr; 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 Zermatt to Lyon is 6h 35m to travel the 227 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Zermatt to Lyon leaves at 5:37 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Zermatt to Lyon leaves at 8:38 pm.
There are 11 trains a day from Zermatt to Lyon which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Zermatt to Lyon. You can choose between SNCF | TGV Lyria. SNCF | TGV Lyria trains take around 6h 41m
When taking a train from Zermatt to Lyon, you can count on SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER for the best way to get you to Lyon. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zermatt and Lyon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Lyon from Zermatt is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a flight between Zermatt and Lyon.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zermatt and Lyon

Most Zermatt to Lyon trains use the Zermatt, Bahnhof to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Zermatt and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zermatt
Arrival train stations in Lyon

Which Zermatt station do trains to Lyon leave from?

Trains from Zermatt to Lyon leave from Zermatt, Bahnhof. The station is from Zermatt city centre at 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland.
Zermatt, Bahnhof3920 Zermatt, SwitzerlandAccessibility

Zermatt, Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.

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