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

The cheapest way to get from Mendrisio to Lyon is to train and bus which costs €30 - €110 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendrisio to Lyon is to train and fly which takes 4h 54m and costs €70 - €190.

Is there a direct train between Mendrisio and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Mendrisio to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Mendrisio and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Mendrisio to Lyon?

The distance between Mendrisio and Lyon is 503 km. The road distance is 455.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mendrisio to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs €55 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Mendrisio to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mendrisio to Lyon train from?

Mendrisio to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Mendrisio station.

Train or bus from Mendrisio to Lyon?

The best way to get from Mendrisio to Lyon is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €110 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Mendrisio to Lyon train arrive?

Mendrisio to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Mendrisio to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendrisio to Lyon is 456 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Mendrisio to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3623+ hotels available in Lyon.

Mendrisio to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mendrisio to Lyon 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
best
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Milano CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part DieuFr
6h 49m
€55–146
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T2S50
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Turin Auchan Corso Giulio Cesare
3. Take the bus from Turin Stura Bus Station to Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
9h 19m
€32–106
Drive 455.8 km
1. Drive from Mendrisio to Lyon455.8 km
4h 56m
€79–114
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)MXP - LYS
4h 54m
€70–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN1308 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lyon480 / ...
9h 40m
€32–108

Mendrisio to Lyon by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 502.6 km
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Mendrisio to Lyon Part Dieu via Milano Centrale in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mendrisio, Autosilo to Lyon via Chiasso, Stazione, Chiasso, Como S. Giovanni, Como, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 9h 40m.

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