Train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Zürich HB

🇫🇷 Lyon Part-Dieu → 🇨🇭 Zürich HB

Straight-line Distance

334 km

NE (56.1°)

Rail Distance

~434 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 43m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

77.4 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 7.4 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 84.8 kg

Taking the train saves 77.4 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Lyon Part-Dieu

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Destination

Zürich HB

Journey Tips

TGV Lyria operates direct services from Lyon Part-Dieu to Zürich HB in approximately 2 hours, jointly run by SNCF and SBB. This is one of the fastest cross-border connections between France and Switzerland.

Scenic Highlight

After Lyon, the TGV climbs through the Jura, passing the Bourg-en-Bresse plain before crossing into Switzerland with views of the Swiss plateau.

Booking Tip

Book TGV Lyria directly on Rail Europe or SNCF Connect; seats sell out quickly on peak-hour services between Lyon and Zürich.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Zürich HB

🇨🇭 Aigle 168 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 96 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 174 km 🇮🇹 Milan 216 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 128 km

Also from Lyon Part-Dieu

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 215 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 210 km 🇨🇭 Sion 200 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 176 km 🇮🇹 Milan 339 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Lyon Part-Dieu to Zürich HB takes approximately 1h 43m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~434 km using a high_speed service.

The estimated rail distance from Lyon Part-Dieu to Zürich HB is approximately 434 km (334 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 Zürich HB emits approximately 7.4 kg of CO2, compared to 84.8 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 77.4 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.

The route from Lyon Part-Dieu to Zürich HB 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 Zürich HB.