The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Lyon
Cheapest price
$204
Average price
$216
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Lyon will cost around $216 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $204.
To travel from Lausanne to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
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117773Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lausanne to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 162 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$130 Average Price | $24 Average Price Cheapest | $354 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Lyon trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9268+ 117773 | On time 11:19 am Lausanne station | 4h25 | 3:44 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9270+ 117777 | On time 3:19 pm Lausanne station | 4h25 | 7:44 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Lyon
Trains from Lausanne to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 but you can travel from only $15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 02:50 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Lyon from $15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Lausanne to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lausanne, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lyon Part Dieu, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Lyon
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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