Train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lausanne

🇫🇷 Lyon Part-Dieu → 🇨🇭 Lausanne

Straight-line Distance

160 km

ENE (57.7°)

Rail Distance

~208 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~55m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

37.1 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 3.5 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 40.6 kg

Taking the train saves 37.1 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Lyon Part-Dieu

🇨🇭

Destination

Lausanne

Journey Tips

TGV Lyria operates this France-Switzerland cross-border service, connecting Lyon with Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva. Customs and passport checks may occur at the border, though EU/Schengen travel means this is rare. Lausanne is a beautiful lakeside city and excellent base for exploring the Swiss Riviera.

Scenic Highlight

The descent toward Lausanne reveals the first magnificent views of Lake Geneva (Lac Leman), with the Alps rising dramatically on the Swiss and French shores to the east.

Booking Tip

Book TGV Lyria tickets via Lyria.com, SNCF Connect, or SBB.ch; French-Swiss services have limited seat availability so booking 4-6 weeks ahead is advisable.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Lausanne

🇨🇭 Aigle 34 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 78 km 🇮🇹 Milan 230 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 58 km 🇨🇭 Sion 65 km

Also from Lyon Part-Dieu

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 215 km 🇨🇭 Zürich HB 334 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 210 km 🇨🇭 Sion 200 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 176 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lausanne takes approximately 55m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~208 km using a high_speed service.

The estimated rail distance from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lausanne is approximately 208 km (160 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.

Travelling by train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lausanne emits approximately 3.5 kg of CO2, compared to 40.6 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 37.1 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.

The route from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lausanne 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 Lyon Part-Dieu and Lausanne.