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Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône train with SNCF | TGV Lyria
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $225.
Distance: 205 miles (330 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $302 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average $115 (€95).
A bus is $222 (€183) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average $302 (€249).
Other travel options to Villefranche-sur-Saône take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 41m.
Bus takes on average 13h 48m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (4h 0m by train vs 4h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€95) compared to roughly $93 (€77) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 12:34 PM Zurich | 4h45 | 5:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€84) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (330 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 205 miles (330 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€84) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 5:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Villefranche-sur-Saône from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Most Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains use the Zürich HB to Villefranche-sur-Saône station pair, with some services arriving at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Villefranche-sur-Saône train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Villefranche-sur-Saône leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Which Villefranche-sur-Saône station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Getting to Villefranche-sur-Saône from Villefranche-sur-Saône city centre
Villefranche-sur-Saône train station facilities and services
Villefranche-sur-Saône has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Faisan Doré, Restaurant Le Beaujolais
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance, Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais.
Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere train station facilities and services
Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Gare Routiere.
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