- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey with strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu without transferring at least once.
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 27 2456 | 2456+
96104+
6702
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 27 2456 | 2456+
5521+
4200
IR 37 2290 | 2290+
96210+
5521+
4200
IR 37 2290 | 2290+
96104+
6702+
4200
IR 36 1956 | 1956+
6702+
96104+
4200
IC 3 794 | 794+
9210+
17771
9877+
9206
IR 36 1962 | 1962+
9210+
17771
IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 6 610 | 610+
9210+
17771
IR 36 1956 | 1956+
6702+
96104+
4200Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$136 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu:
A bus is $100 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $136 (€110).
A bus is $187 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $222 (€180).
Other travel options to Lyon Part Dieu take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 46m.
Flight takes on average 8h 19m.
The journey is about 18m faster (4h 32m by train vs 4h 50m by car) and roughly $36 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($136 (€110) vs $171 (€138)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 37 2290 | 2290+ 96104+ 6702+ 17827 | 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 11h36 | 11:44 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 37 2290 | 2290+ 96104+ 6702+ 4200 | 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 11h56 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 37 2290 | 2290+ 96210+ 5521+ 4200 | 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 11h56 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 37 2252 | 2252+ 9210+ 17771 | 5:08 AM Zurich HB | 9h36 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 37 2252 | 2252+ 96210+ 5521+ 4200 | 5:08 AM Zurich HB | 6h56 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 37 2252 | 2252+ 96104+ 6702+ 4200 | 5:08 AM Zurich HB | 6h56 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 27 2456 | 2456+ 9210+ 17771 | 5:19 AM Zurich HB | 9h25 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 27 2456 | 2456+ 96104+ 6702 | 5:19 AM Zurich HB | 6h45 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 27 2456 | 2456+ 96210+ 5521 | 5:19 AM Zurich HB | 6h45 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
IR 36 1956 | 1956+ 9210+ 17771 | 5:36 AM Zurich HB | 9h08 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 1956 | 1956+ 96210+ 5521+ 4200 | 5:36 AM Zurich HB | 6h28 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 36 1956 | 1956+ 96104+ 6702+ 4200 | 5:36 AM Zurich HB | 6h28 | 12:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
9877+ 9206 | 6:58 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
IR 37 2258 | 2258+ 17771+ 9210 | 8:08 AM Zurich HB | 6h36 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 37 2258 | 2258+ 17831+ 9210 | 8:08 AM Zurich HB | 7h36 | 3:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 2062 | 2062+ 17771+ 9210 | 8:10 AM Zurich HB | 6h34 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 2062 | 2062+ 17831+ 9210 | 8:10 AM Zurich HB | 7h34 | 3:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 6 610 | 610+ 17771+ 9210 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 6h15 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 6 610 | 610+ 17773+ 9210 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 8h15 | 4:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 6 610 | 610+ 17831+ 9210 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 7h15 | 3:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
IR 36 1962 | 1962+ 17773+ 9210 | 8:36 AM Zurich HB | 8h08 | 4:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 1962 | 1962+ 17831+ 9210 | 8:36 AM Zurich HB | 7h08 | 3:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 1962 | 1962+ 17771+ 9210 | 8:36 AM Zurich HB | 6h08 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IC 3 794 | 794+ 17831+ 9210 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 6h45 | 3:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IC 3 794 | 794+ 17773+ 9210 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h45 | 4:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IC 3 794 | 794+ 17771+ 9210 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 2:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich HB to Lyon Part Dieu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 17:34. The fastest train covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 5:34 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon Part Dieu — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon Part Dieu trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey with strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Archaeology museum presenting Roman Lyon, paired with the city's important ancient theatres.
Flagship science and anthropology museum in a striking modern building at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône.
The city's atmospheric old town, full of Renaissance streets, traboules, courtyards, and lively squares.
Major central square framed by the city hall, the fine arts museum, and the Bartholdi fountain.
Large urban park with lake, botanical areas, rose gardens, and broad walking paths popular with locals.
Light pike dumplings, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais specialty found in traditional bouchons.
A warm salad of frisee, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the best-known everyday dishes of Lyon.
Pork sausage baked inside a buttery brioche. This hearty dish is strongly associated with Lyonnais charcuterie traditions.
Established traditional bouchon serving well-known Lyonnais specialties in a warm, classic setting, a short trip from Part-Dieu.
Respected bouchon by chef Joseph Viola, known for authentic Lyonnais cuisine and refined traditional cooking near Part-Dieu.
Elegant Paul Bocuse brasserie near Part-Dieu, known for seafood, classic French dishes, and polished Belle Epoque style.
Moderate for France: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central dining and hotels cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may leave small change or round up for good service; 5-10% is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares. No tip needed for coffee bars.
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