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

The cheapest way to get from Mendrisio to Lyon is to bus which costs €30 - €110 and takes 10h 9m.

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 - €260.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs €75 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m 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 46m and costs €75 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Milan, which costs €35 - €110 and takes 9h 57m.

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 59m to drive from Mendrisio to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3764+ 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 (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, 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 Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
6h 46m
€76–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Como to Milanbus FlixBus 1524 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lyonbus 480 / ...
10h 9m
€34–109
Bus via Milan
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 57m
€35–110
Drive 455.8 km
1. Drive from Mendrisio to Lyoncar 455.8 km
4h 59m
€81–116
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MXP - LYS
4h 54m
€70–254

Mendrisio to Lyon by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 46mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 502.7 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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 46m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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