Frankfurt to Lyon by train
Travelling from Frankfurt to Lyon by train takes about 10h 01m, run by Deutsche Bahn, SBB, SNCF. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €54. The train is still the quickest.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1trainFrankfurt → Basel
Deutsche Bahn - 2trainBasel → Bern
SBB - 3trainBern → GenevaSBB
- 4trainGeneva → Lyon
SNCF
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €152 | 10h 01m | 3 transfers |
| bus | €54 | 12h 25m | 2 transfers |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Frankfurt to Lyon by train: common questions
How long does Frankfurt to Lyon take by train?
About 10h 01m, 3 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Frankfurt to Lyon?
The best price in our latest check was €152. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Frankfurt to Lyon?
Deutsche Bahn, SBB, SNCF. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €54. The train wins on journey time.
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