Discover Lyon to Chiasso by train

Planning a train adventure from Lyon to Chiasso? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Lyon and Chiasso

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$358.15, but can go to CA$113 when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and CA$176 when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Lyon to Chiasso

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lyon to Chiasso:

  • 06:38 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 20:38 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 08:38 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 20:38 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 26 minutes from Lyon toward Chiasso.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 13 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Lyon to Chiasso

Trains can complete this route in as little as 7 hours and 51 minutes. The total distance travelled is 324 kilometres.

Booking Lyon to Chiasso trains in advance

Booking your Lyon to Chiasso tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Lyon and Chiasso by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Additional information on train travel from Lyon to Chiasso

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Chiasso city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Lyon to Chiasso by train?

The train route from Lyon to Chiasso covers 324 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Lyon to Chiasso by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is CA$358.15. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost CA$113. A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs CA$176.

How far in advance can I book my Lyon to Chiasso train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 6 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Lyon to Chiasso?

The fastest journey takes 7 hours and 51 minutes.