The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Lyon
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Lyon will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Lugano to Lyon without transferring at least once.
2:02 PM6h30Lugano8:32 PMLyon$931One-way1 transfer
2:02 PM6h30Lugano8:32 PMLyon$931One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lugano to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 198 miles (319 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Lyon
Trains from Lugano to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 13:30. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (319 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 198 miles (319 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 1:30 PM |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lugano to Lyon trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Lyon from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Lyon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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