Lyon to Milan by train
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Overview: trains from Lyon to Milan
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Train cost from Lyon to Milan
Ready to book tickets from Lyon to Milan? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Lyon and Milan typically run CA$19.50.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit CA$104.
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to CA$107.
You can book travel between these two destinations 6 months in advance.
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Lyon to Milan departure frequency and train timetable
With 8 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 3 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 08:32 and the last one is at 17:23. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 09:24, with the last one at 17:23.
Travel time and distance between Lyon and Milan
The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 34 minutes, covering a total of 339 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Lyon to Milan trains
Tickets for travel to Milan along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
More information on train travel from Lyon to Milan
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Milan city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Milan
Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to Milan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Lyon to Milan covers 339 kilometres in total.
The cheapest ticket on this route runs CA$19.50. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost CA$104. If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around CA$107.
You can book your tickets 6 months in advance for this route.
The fastest travel time is 4 hours and 34 minutes.
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