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Lyon to Milan train

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Information about the Lyon to Milan train

Travel by train from Lyon to Milan. 6 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 7h 50m and the last at 16h 08m, allowing you to cover the 457 km distance in as little as 5h 42m. Tickets are available from 59€ (1).

Lyon to Milan train best prices

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Monday 9 November
Tuesday 10
Wednesday 11
Thursday 12
Friday 13
Saturday 14
Monday 16 November
79 € (1) TER
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Tuesday 17
71 € (1) TER
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Wednesday 18
66 € (1) TER
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Thursday 19
69 € (1) TER
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Friday 20
79 € (1) TER
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Saturday 21
69 € (1) TER
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Sunday 22
96 € (1) TER
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Monday 23
75 € (1) TER
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Tuesday 24
59 € (1) TER
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Wednesday 25
71 € (1) TER
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Thursday 26
66 € (1) TER
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Friday 27
96 € (1) TER
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Saturday 28
69 € (1) TER
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Sunday 29
96 € (1) TER
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Monday 30
79 € (1) TER
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Tuesday 1st December December
69 € (1) TER
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Wednesday 2
71 € (1) TER
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Thursday 3
69 € (1) TER
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Friday 4
69 € (1) TER
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Saturday 5
71 € (1) TER
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Sunday 6
73 € (1) TER
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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 Milan

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

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

By train, allow an average of 5h 53m to complete the Lyon to Milan journey.

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

The shortest journey between Lyon and Milan takes 5h 42m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Milan each day?

6 trains run on the Lyon to Milan journey each day.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Lyon and Milan.

What is the distance between Lyon and Milan by train?

The rail connection between Lyon and Milan is approximately 457 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Milan?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Lyon to Milan train at 7h 50m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Milan?

The last train departs Lyon at 16h 08m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU.

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

The trains shown on this page arrive at: MILANO PORTA GARIBALDI.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Milan?

Travel on a train operated by TER, TGV INOUI Italy for your journey from Lyon to Milan.

What services are offered on board?

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 Milan?

The price of a Lyon – Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan.

Price of a Lyon – Milan Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Milan, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Lyon to Milan with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lyon to Milan at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Milan

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Lyon to Milan 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 – Milan Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lyon to Milan. For last-minute train tickets from Lyon to Milan, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Lyon to Milan 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 - Milan. 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 Milan?

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Milan 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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What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Milan train?

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Milan 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.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Milan 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 trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • PRM 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.

Which stations does the train from Lyon to Milan depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part Dieu station is located in the district of the same name in the Lyon metropolitan area. Welcoming regional, national and international passengers, it is Lyon's main station and one of the largest French stations in terms of passenger numbers.

At the station, you can visit the vast shopping centre, with more than 200 shops, around forty restaurants and cinemas. Near the station, don't miss Les Halles de Lyon, one of the symbols of local gastronomy with its well-stocked stalls.

Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu station

Lyon Part-Dieu has the advantage of being easy to reach on the metropolitan area's public transport. Fifteen TCL bus lines stop at Gare Part Dieu, as do metro line B and tram lines T1 and T3.

Main connections from Lyon Part-Dieu station

Many rail operators serve Lyon Part-Dieu station, with services both within France and abroad.

On the conventional network, you can take INTERCITÉS trains to Nantes, as well as TER trains running to many towns such as Villefranche-sur-Saône, Mâcon and Dijon, with various destinations also available in the PACA region (Arles, Orange, Vitrolles, Marseille). Regional services include the towns of Roanne, Clermont-Ferrand, Grenoble and Bourgoin-Jallieu.

TGV connections (TGV INOUI and OUIGO) run to various French cities, including Paris, Lille, Marseille, Nice, Montpellier and Perpignan, among others. There are also international services, by TGV to Brussels or Luxembourg.

TER coaches are available to passengers from the nearby bus station. They serve a few towns, such as Grenoble, Saint-Étienne and Annecy, and the Rhône Express shuttle runs between the station and St. Exupéry airport.

Discover the station Lyon Part Dieu
Lyon to Milan train schedule for Monday 16 November 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 50m 13h 53m 6h 03m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 18503
  • Bourgoin-Jallieu
  • La Tour-Du-Pin
  • Pont-De-Beauvoisin
  • Lepin-Le-Lac - La Bauche
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9243
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi
8h 08m 13h 53m 5h 45m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17972
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
    TER 17516
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9243
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi
13h 50m 19h 50m 6h 00m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 18515
  • Bourgoin-Jallieu
  • La Tour-Du-Pin
  • Pont-De-Beauvoisin
  • Lepin-Le-Lac - La Bauche
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9253
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi
14h 08m 19h 50m 5h 42m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17982
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
    TER 17530
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9253
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi
15h 50m 21h 53m 6h 03m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 18519
  • Bourgoin-Jallieu
  • La Tour-Du-Pin
  • Pont-De-Beauvoisin
  • Lepin-Le-Lac - La Bauche
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 29 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9255
  • Saint-Jean-De-Maurienne Arvan
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi
16h 08m 21h 53m 5h 45m TER, TGV INOUI Italy
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17984
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
    TER 17534
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
    TGV INOUI Italy 9255
  • Saint-Jean-De-Maurienne Arvan
  • Modane
  • Oulx-Cesana-Claviere-Sestriere
  • Torino Porta Susa
  • Milano Porta Garibaldi