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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Villefranche-sur-Saône on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 330 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.
11:34 AM4h45Zurich4:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône$1431One-way0 transfers
- 11:34 AM4h45Zurich4:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône$1431One-way0 transfers
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 $229.
Distance: 205 miles (330 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $308 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m 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 $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average $117 (€95).
A bus is $227 (€183) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average $308 (€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 $117 (€95) compared to roughly $95 (€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.
Live departures
Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:34 PM Zurich | 4h45 | 5:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
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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 $104 (€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 $104 (€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
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Faisan Doré
- Restaurant Le Beaujolais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance
- Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingCar RentalMore options for your journey from Zurich to Villefranche-sur-Saône
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