The average train between Zurich and Lyon Perrache takes 7h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Lyon Perrache. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Zurich and Lyon Perrache. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 6:34 PM which arrives into Lyon Perrache at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Mulhouse and take an average of 7h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Lyon Perrache? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Lyon Perrache. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Lyon Perrache station via Mulhouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.
Zurich to Lyon Perrache train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Lyon Perrache train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
The distance between Zurich and Lyon Perrache is 338 km. The road distance is 525 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Lyon Perrache via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Lyon Part Dieu, Lyon Perrache, and Oullins in around 6h 29m.