Train from Évian-les-Bains to Sion

🇫🇷 Évian-les-Bains → 🇨🇭 Sion

Straight-line Distance

63 km

ESE (107.2°)

Rail Distance

~82 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 11m

Regional

CO2 Saved vs Flight

79.0%

12.7 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

Regional

CO2 Emissions 3.4 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 16.0 kg

Taking the train saves 12.7 kg CO2 (79.0% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

Journey Tips

Évian-les-Bains to Sion combines French rail or a Lake Geneva ferry crossing with SBB services through Lausanne. The overland route via Geneva requires a change and offers fine lake and mountain scenery. Carry valid travel documents for the France-Switzerland border.

Scenic Highlight

The southern shore of Lake Geneva between Évian and Lausanne reveals the full sweep of the lake, with the Swiss Alps rising spectacularly above Montreux and the Dents du Midi forming a dramatic Alpine backdrop.

Booking Tip

Book the SBB portion from Lausanne or Geneva via sbb.ch; SNCF Connect covers the French segment, and a Swiss Travel Pass is an excellent option if continuing to explore the Valais and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Évian-les-Bains to Sion takes approximately 1h 11m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~82 km using a regional service.
The estimated rail distance from Évian-les-Bains to Sion is approximately 82 km (63 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Évian-les-Bains to Sion emits approximately 3.4 kg of CO2, compared to 16.0 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 12.7 kg of CO2 — a 79.0% reduction in emissions.
The route from Évian-les-Bains to Sion typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Évian-les-Bains and Sion.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27