Train Lyon Lausanne

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Information about the Lyon to Lausanne train

Travel by train from Lyon to Lausanne. 17 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 6h 38m and the last at 20h 38m, allowing you to cover the 161.58 km distance in as little as 2h 54m. Tickets are available from 25€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

3h 30m

Shortest route time

2h 54m

First hour of departure

6h 38m

Last hour of departure

20h 38m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Lyon to Lausanne train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 17 August	Tuesday 18	Wednesday 19	Thursday 20	today 62 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Saturday 22 August 25 € (1) TER The cheapest TER	Sunday 23 42 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio
Monday 24 40 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Tuesday 25 40 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Wednesday 26 40 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Thursday 27 25 € (1) TER The cheapest TER	Friday 28 40 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Saturday 29 41 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Sunday 30 39 € (1) RegioExpress RegioExpress
Monday 31 40 € (1) RegioExpress RegioExpress	Tuesday 1st September September 49 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Wednesday 2	Thursday 3 44 € (1) LYRIA LYRIA	Friday 4	Saturday 5 51 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Sunday 6 50 € (1) RegioExpress RegioExpress
Monday 7	Tuesday 8	Wednesday 9	Thursday 10	Friday 11 48 € (1) LYRIA LYRIA	Saturday 12 Price available soon	Sunday 13 Price available soon

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Lausanne

How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Lausanne cost?

To take advantage of the best fares, plan ahead and purchase your train ticket early. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Lausanne take?

The journey on a train from Lyon to Lausanne will take you about 3h 30m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Lausanne?

The shortest journey between Lyon and Lausanne takes 2h 54m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Lausanne each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 17 Lyon – Lausanne trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Lausanne?

Between Lyon and Lausanne, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Lyon and Lausanne by train?

The total distance between Lyon and Lausanne by train is approximately 161.58 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Lausanne?

The first train departs from Lyon at 6h 38m to take you to Lausanne.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Lausanne?

The last Lyon to Lausanne train leaves the platform at 20h 38m.

To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LYON PART DIEU.

At Lausanne, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: LAUSANNE.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Lausanne?

For your journey from Lyon to Lausanne, you can travel with TER, SBB, TGV Lyria.

What services are offered on board?

With friends, colleagues, or family, take advantage of the HI FIVE offer to travel at a reduced price on TGV Lyria trains. The more of you there are, the better the fare!

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lausanne?

The price of a Lyon – Lausanne train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lyon to Lausanne thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lausanne.

Price of a Lyon – Lausanne Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lausanne: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Lyon to Lausanne at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Lausanne

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Lyon to Lausanne throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Lyon – Lausanne Train

The best way to pay less for your Lyon to Lausanne train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Lyon to Lausanne, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Lyon to Lausanne and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Lyon - Lausanne. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Lyon to Lausanne?

If you're travelling from Lyon to Lausanne, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Lyon to Lausanne with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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SBB

Travel from Lyon to Lausanne with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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TGV Lyria

Travel from Lyon to Lausanne with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!

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What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Lausanne train?

To travel from Lyon to Lausanne, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Lyon to Lausanne by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

SBB

Travel from Lyon to Lausanne by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Lyon - Lausanne allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

TGV Lyria

TGV Lyria operates the journey between Lyon and Lausanne. You can choose from one of the three classes:

STANDARD

A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.

PREMIERE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use

PREMIERE SIGNATURE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
Complimentary drinks
Flexible access to the day's trains
Total flexibility regarding ticket use

What on-board services are available on the Lyon to Lausanne train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Lausanne route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
Disabled access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

TGV Lyria

Your train, more flexible

With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.
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Your train, more responsible

By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.
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Your train, more fun

Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.
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Your train, for gourmets.

A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.
Travel at high-speed

Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
Wifi onboard

An internet connection available to all
A comfortable journey

A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
Arrive in the city center

Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
Best rates

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Many destinations

Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
On board catering

"La Table", refined and inventive menus in BUSINESS 1ERE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
Prepare your journey

Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
Travel with your pet

Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.
Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station

Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.
Family and nursery space

Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.
Disabled acces

In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
Transport your bike

You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
Leave in group

Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!
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Lyon to Lausanne train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 38m	9h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
6h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96500 7h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 7h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 7h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 7h 39m Culoz 7h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 8h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 8h 43m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 15 min 8h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1813 9h 11m Nyon 9h 25m Morges 9h 37m Renens Vd 9h 43m Lausanne
7h 08m	11h 13m	4h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
7h 08m Lyon Part Dieu TER 17970 7h 31m Amberieu-En-Bugey 8h 03m Culoz 8h 20m Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard Connection: 35 min 8h 55m Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard TER 96608 9h 31m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 10h 10m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 19 min 10h 29m Geneve Cornavin SBB 717 10h 42m Nyon 10h 58m Morges 11h 06m Renens Vd 11h 13m Lausanne
7h 16m	11h 39m	4h 23m	TER, TGV Lyria	Booking
7h 16m Lyon Part Dieu TER 17754 7h 29m Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or 7h 39m Villefranche-Sur-Saone 7h 48m Belleville Sur Saone 8h 03m Macon 8h 20m Tournus 8h 34m Chalon-Sur-Saone 8h 43m Chagny 8h 52m Beaune 9h 11m Dijon Connection: 23 min 9h 34m Dijon TGV Lyria 9261 9h 57m Dole-Ville 10h 42m Frasne 10h 58m Vallorbe 11h 39m Lausanne
8h 38m	11h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
8h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96504 9h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 9h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 9h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 9h 39m Culoz 9h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 10h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 10h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 10h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1817 11h 11m Nyon 11h 25m Morges 11h 37m Renens Vd 11h 43m Lausanne
9h 38m	12h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
9h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96506 10h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 10h 39m Culoz 10h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 11h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 11h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 11h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1819 12h 11m Nyon 12h 25m Morges 12h 37m Renens Vd 12h 43m Lausanne
10h 38m	13h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
10h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96508 11h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 11h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 11h 39m Culoz 11h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 12h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 12h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 12h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1821 13h 11m Nyon 13h 25m Morges 13h 37m Renens Vd 13h 43m Lausanne
10h 50m	15h 13m	4h 23m	TER, SBB	Booking
10h 50m Lyon Part Dieu TER 18533 11h 15m Bourgoin-Jallieu 11h 25m La Tour-Du-Pin 11h 43m Pont-De-Beauvoisin 11h 58m Lepin-Le-Lac - La Bauche 12h 15m Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux Connection: 27 min 12h 42m Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux TER 96613 12h 53m Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard 13h 31m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 14h 12m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 17 min 14h 29m Geneve Cornavin SBB 725 14h 43m Nyon 14h 58m Morges 15h 06m Renens Vd 15h 13m Lausanne
11h 16m	15h 39m	4h 23m	TER, TGV Lyria	Booking
11h 16m Lyon Part Dieu TER 17758 11h 29m Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or 11h 39m Villefranche-Sur-Saone 11h 48m Belleville Sur Saone 12h 03m Macon 12h 20m Tournus 12h 34m Chalon-Sur-Saone 12h 43m Chagny 12h 52m Beaune 13h 11m Dijon Connection: 23 min 13h 34m Dijon TGV Lyria 9269 13h 58m Dole-Ville 14h 42m Frasne 14h 58m Vallorbe 15h 39m Lausanne
12h 38m	15h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
12h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96510 13h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 13h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 13h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 13h 39m Culoz 14h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 14h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 14h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1825 15h 11m Nyon 15h 25m Morges 15h 37m Renens Vd 15h 43m Lausanne
14h 38m	17h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
14h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96514 15h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 15h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 15h 39m Culoz 15h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 16h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 16h 41m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 17 min 16h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1829 17h 11m Nyon 17h 25m Morges 17h 37m Renens Vd 17h 43m Lausanne
15h 35m	18h 29m	2h 54m	TGV Lyria, SBB	Booking
15h 35m Lyon Part Dieu TGV Lyria 9752 16h 46m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 17h 25m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 14 min 17h 39m Geneve Cornavin SBB 18481 17h 48m Coppet 17h 54m Nyon 17h 59m Gland 18h 04m Rolle 18h 09m Allaman 18h 15m Morges 18h 23m Renens Vd 18h 29m Lausanne
15h 35m	18h 31m	2h 56m	TGV Lyria	Booking
15h 35m Lyon Part Dieu TGV Lyria 9752 16h 46m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 17h 25m Geneve Cornavin 18h 31m Lausanne
16h 38m	19h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
16h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96518 17h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 17h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 17h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 17h 39m Culoz 18h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 18h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 18h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1833 19h 10m Nyon 19h 26m Morges 19h 37m Renens Vd 19h 43m Lausanne
17h 08m	21h 14m	4h 06m	TER, SBB	Booking
17h 08m Lyon Part Dieu TER 17988 17h 31m Amberieu-En-Bugey 18h 18m Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard Connection: 39 min 18h 57m Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard TER 96616 19h 32m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 20h 10m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 25 min 20h 35m Geneve Cornavin SBB 737 21h 07m Renens Vd 21h 14m Lausanne
17h 16m	21h 39m	4h 23m	TER, TGV Lyria	Booking
17h 16m Lyon Part Dieu TER 17764 17h 29m Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or 17h 39m Villefranche-Sur-Saone 17h 48m Belleville Sur Saone 18h 03m Macon 18h 20m Tournus 18h 34m Chalon-Sur-Saone 18h 43m Chagny 18h 52m Beaune 19h 11m Dijon Connection: 21 min 19h 32m Dijon TGV Lyria 9277 19h 55m Dole-Ville 20h 13m Mouchard 20h 42m Frasne 20h 58m Vallorbe 21h 39m Lausanne
18h 38m	21h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
18h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96522 18h 57m Meximieux - Perouges 19h 17m Tenay - Hauteville 19h 31m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 19h 40m Culoz 19h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 20h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 20h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 20h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1837 21h 11m Nyon 21h 25m Morges 21h 37m Renens Vd 21h 43m Lausanne
20h 38m	23h 43m	3h 05m	TER, SBB	Booking
20h 38m Lyon Part Dieu TER 96530 21h 02m Amberieu-En-Bugey 21h 15m Tenay - Hauteville 21h 29m Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley 21h 39m Culoz 21h 50m Seyssel - Corbonod 22h 04m Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare 22h 40m Geneve Cornavin Connection: 18 min 22h 58m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1841 23h 11m Nyon 23h 25m Morges 23h 37m Renens Vd 23h 43m Lausanne

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Lyon to Lausanne train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026

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