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ITZurich to Lyon Train & Bus Tickets
From Zurich (Switzerland) to Lyon (France) · about 335 km
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Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Zurich to Lyon, side by side.
| Bus | |
|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €18.98 for travel on 26 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 6 h 55 min (9 journeys) |
| Sold by | FlixBus |
No recent train fares were seen for this route; search a date to check.
Last checked 30 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Zurich to Lyon: what to expect
Zurich and Lyon are about 335 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Switzerland to France. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 335 km this is a medium-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Zurich–Lyon tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Lyon
- Lyon holds a key place in film history: the Lumière brothers invented the cinematograph there. (Source: Wikipedia)
- The first of Lyon's extensive network of funicular railways opened in 1862. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Lyon's Place Bellecour is the third-largest public square in France. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Zurich to Lyon
How long does the journey from Zurich to Lyon take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 6 h 55 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 30 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Zurich to Lyon?
The lowest fare seen recently is €18.98 by bus (FlixBus), for travel on 26 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026). Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Which companies sell tickets from Zurich to Lyon?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by FlixBus.