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    Travel from Lyon to Zermatt by train in 12 hours 12 minutes

    If you want to know more about the journey from Lyon to Zermatt by train, look no further!

    The average journey time from Lyon to Zermatt by train is 12 hours 12 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours 12 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day traveling the 227 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there are no direct services to Zermatt. You're likely to be traveling with Trenitalia, SBB or OUIGO to Zermatt. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

    Book train tickets from Lyon to Zermatt in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Lyon to Zermatt in our Journey Planner.

    Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.

    Lyon to Zermatt by train

    First train

    8:38 pm

    Last train

    8:38 pm

    Departure station

    Lyon

    Arrival station

    Zermatt

    Journey time

    From 12h 12m

    Distance

    141 miles (227 km)

    Frequency

    1 train per day

    Changes

    2 changes

    Train and bus operators

    SBB CFF FFS, OUIGO, SNCF Voyageurs, TGV Lyria, Trenitalia

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Lyon to Zermatt?

    Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to Zermatt? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

    How do you get to Zermatt from Lyon?

    To travel to Zermatt from Lyon, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 12 hours and 12 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 12 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

    How long is the train ride from Lyon to Zermatt?

    Trains from Lyon to Zermatt take an average of 12 hours and 12 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 12 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

    Can I get a high-speed train from Lyon to Zermatt?

    Yes, you can get a high-speed train from Lyon to Zermatt in as little as 12 hours and 12 minutes on the fastest services. High-speed trains from OUIGO and TGV Lyria offer a range of classes and onboard services - take a look to see what suits you best!

    What is the quickest journey time between Lyon and Zermatt by train?

    The quickest journey time between Lyon and Zermatt by train is 12 hours and 12 minutes.

    What are the train times from Lyon to Zermatt?

    Check out the next trains departing from Lyon to Zermatt for Tuesday Oct 28th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesDuration
    7:38 pm7:50 am12h 12m, 2 changes

    Trenitalia, OUIGO, TGV Lyria and SBB trains from Lyon to Zermatt

    You can travel from Lyon to Zermatt on Trenitalia, OUIGO, TGV Lyria and SBB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

    PhotoCramos, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    OUIGO is the low-cost, high-speed train service operated by the French national train company SNCF. Despite having only one class on board, OUIGO trains offer the same comfort as Second Class seats on TGV trains, although OUIGO tickets are only available to purchase online. To make your journey as smooth as possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and bear in mind that there's an additional fee for bringing a suitcase with you, having a seat with power sockets and travelling with a stroller/buggy.

    PhotoChabe01, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).

    The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

    What OUIGO, Trenitalia Eurocity, TGV Lyria and Intercity classes are there from Lyon to Zermatt?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by OUIGO, Trenitalia Eurocity, TGV Lyria and Intercity when traveling from Lyon to Zermatt.

    What are the onboard services on OUIGO, Trenitalia Eurocity, TGV Lyria and Intercity?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Lyon to Zermatt.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    One piece of hand baggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin baggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus.​

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains.
    On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in car 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services.
    For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 for all journeys.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.)

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
    • You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
    • A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take baggage on board TGV Lyria trains without worrying about weight restrictions, so long as you're able to carry it yourself.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    There are two refreshment options on board TGV Lyria trains:

    Le Bistrot: Available in the café-bar car or at your seat, with a Standard or Standard Première TGV Lyria ticket.

    La Table: A French-Swiss dining experience available with a Première Signature TGV Lyria ticket.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Free WiFi is available on board. To get online, connect to the network _WIFI_LYRIA when you're on the train and go to the TGV Lyria Portal in your browser.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Families can reserve two different areas on the train:

    The Family Square, located in cars 6, 16, 7 or 17 in Standard (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a stroller.
    Club 4, which is also a set of 4 seats facing one another around a table.

    You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table on the upper deck of cars 7 and 17, and the lower deck of cars 1 and 11.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Bikes are allowed on board, so long as they're folded or their wheels are detached. Bikes must also be placed in suitable storage cases (no larger than 130 x 90 cm).

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Small pets may travel with TGV Lyria, as long as they are carried in a carrier or container no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7” x 11.8” x 9.84”). Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7 ($7.63).

    Dogs on a leash may travel on TGV Lyria trains, but they must be muzzled throughout the journey and placed by your feet. Passengers must pay a flat-rate ticket fee of €20 ($21.79).

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    2 seats in cars 1 or 11 in First Class are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. You can request one of these seats when making your booking. If these spaces are no longer available, you can reserve a standard seat. You can also reserve assistance at the train station for help folding and storing your wheelchair.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    You can travel with musical instruments if they're stored in a case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. If you're going skiing, snowboards and skis are allowed on board (one pair of skis or one snowboard per person). They must be stored in their covers.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take as much baggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the baggage racks provided.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro car so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    There are power outlets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    There is stroller storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family car.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You can take your bicycle on board SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Lyon to Zermatt?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Lyon to Zermatt starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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