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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Zurich is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Lyon to Zurich?

The distance between Lyon and Zurich is 519 km. The road distance is 420.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Zurich without a car is to train via Dijon which takes 5h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Lyon to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Zurich bus from?

Lyon to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Zurich train from?

Lyon to Zurich train services, operated by SNCF Voyages, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Zurich?

The best way to get from Lyon to Zurich is to train via Dijon which takes 5h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 20m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 220 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Lyon to Zurich bus arrive?

Lyon to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Zurich train arrive?

Lyon to Zurich train services, operated by SNCF Voyages, arrive at Dijon Ville station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Zurich is 421 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Lyon to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Zurich?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Zurich?

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Lyon to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Lyon to Zurich by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Dijon
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Dijon Villetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
5h 20m
Drive 420.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Zurichcar 420.9 km
4h 33m
CHF 67–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882A / ...
6h 20m
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
4h 47m
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
5h 32m
Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LYS - ZRH
6h 14m
CHF 93–213

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

CHF 90Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 518.8 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Zuerich Hb via Dijon Ville in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Lyon to Zurich Bus Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 6h 20m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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