What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Zinal?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Zinal is to bus and train which costs SFr 40 - SFr 75 and takes 8h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Zinal?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Zinal is to drive which takes 4h and costs SFr 50 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Zinal?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Zinal. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Sierre/Siders via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Lyon to Zinal?

The distance between Lyon and Zinal is 357 km. The road distance is 319.2 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Zinal without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Zinal without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 280.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Zinal?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Lyon to Zinal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Zinal train from?

Lyon to Zinal train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Where does the Lyon to Zinal train arrive?

Lyon to Zinal train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Geneve station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Zinal?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Zinal is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Lyon to Zinal.

Where can I stay near Zinal?

There are 3540+ hotels available in Zinal.

Lyon to Zinal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lyon to Zinal by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Sierre/Siderstrain Ir90 / ...
4h 53m
CHF 191–279
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Martignybus FlixBus N1157
2. Take the train from Martigny to Sierre/Siderstrain Ir95 / ...
8h 18m
CHF 42–72
Drive 319.2 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Zinalcar 319.2 km
4h
CHF 54–77

Lyon to Zinal by bus and train

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8h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 356.9 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Zinal, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Zinal via Genève and Sierre/Siders in around 4h 53m.

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