Travel directly from Switzerland to France in comfort with TGV Lyria. With 17 outward and return journeys per day and a journey time of between three and four hours, France is very close by. Take advantage of the excellent range of catering options and free Wi-Fi, no matter which class you are travelling in.
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TGV Lyria offers direct connections from Basel, Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne and Vallorbe to Paris, Dijon and in summer to Provence (to Marseille, Avignon und Aix-en-Provence).
To Paris: up to six trains daily from Basel SBB in just 3 hours and 3 minutes and from Zurich main station in only 4 hours and 3 minutes.
To Dijon: up to four trains daily from Basel SBB in just 1 hour and 24 minutes and up to three trains daily from Zurich main station in only 2 hours and 24 minutes.
To Marseille: once a day in July and August from Lausanne in just 4 hours and 25 minutes, and from Geneva in just 3 hours and 30 minutes.
You can also reach many other European cities via Paris, including London, Brussels and Amsterdam.
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Interior view of Standard class (2nd class) on the TGV Lyria.
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Interior view of Standard 1ère & Business 1ère class on the TGV Lyria.
The three TGV Lyria travel classes.
A journey that offers everything you need for the best possible price. For those seeking excellent value for money.
Class of travel.
2nd class.
Available services.
All international routes between Switzerland and France.
Flexibility.
Flex: Exchange and refund free of charge up to the time of departure.
Semi Flex: Exchange and refund up to the time of departure for a fee.
Non Flex: No exchanges or refunds.
Services.
Order your meals and drinks from the “Le Bistrot” menu online as “Click & Collect” and pick them up in the buffet coach.
Free Wi-Fi portal with interactive maps, information on sights along the route or entertainment offers such as films, series and podcasts in three languages.
A comfortable seat in first class for the best possible price. For those seeking the perfect balance between cost and comfort.
Class of travel.
A comfortable 1st class seat with plenty of legroom.
Available services.
All international routes between Switzerland and France.
Flexibility.
2 levels of flexibility for exchanges and refunds:
Flex: Exchange and refund free of charge up to the time of departure.
Semi Flex: Exchange and refund up to the time of departure for a fee.
Order your meals and drinks from the “Le Bistrot” menu online either with delivery at your seat or as ‘Click & Collect’ in the buffet coach.
Free Wi-Fi portal with interactive maps, information on sights along the route or entertainment offers such as films, series and podcasts in three languages.
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Enjoy exclusive travel in Première Signature with TGV Lyria.
With Première Signature, TGV Lyria offers you the comfort of 1st class seating in a special quiet coach where you can relax or concentrate on your work. Exchanges and refunds are available any time free of charge. You also benefit from a high degree of flexibility and have guaranteed access to all trains which are travelling to the same destination on a given day. For a bespoke first-class journey.
Class of travel.
A comfortable 1st class seat with plenty of legroom.
Available services.
Zurich/Basel–Paris/Dijon and Geneva/Lausanne–Paris. From Mondays to Fridays, as well as Sunday lunchtimes and Sunday evenings.
Express access to the TGV Lyria at Paris Gare de Lyon for Première Signature customers.
Free Wi-Fi portal with interactive maps, information on sights along the route or entertainment offers such as films, series and podcasts in three languages.
Travel information.
Your daily connections to France.
From
To
Journey time
Frequency
Basel SBB
Dijon
1 hr 25 mins
3× a day
Basel SBB
Paris
3 hrs 4 mins
6× a day
Geneva
Lyon
1 hr 44 mins
1× a day (summer connection)
Geneva
Marseille
3 hrs 28 mins
1× a day (summer connection)
Geneva
Paris
3 hrs 18 mins
8× a day
Lausanne via Geneva
Paris
3 hrs 57 mins
3× a day
Lausanne via Geneva
Marseille
4 hrs 25 mins
1× a day (summer connection)
Lausanne via Jura
Dijon
2 hrs 15 mins
3× a day
Lausanne via Jura
Paris
3 hrs 41 mins
3× a day
Vallorbe
Dijon
1 hr 30 mins
3× a day
Vallorbe
Paris
3 hrs 10 mins
3× a day
Zurich HB
Dijon
2 hrs 25 mins
3× a day
Zurich HB
Paris
4 hrs 4 mins
Up to 6× a day
Download.
Go to the TGV Lyria timetable “valid from 14 December 2025 to 29 March 2026” (PDF, 219 KB)
Standard (2nd class)2nd class Standard: single 2nd-class journey on selected train including seat reservation. Price valid for online purchases. Bookings can be made from 120 days in advance. No exchanges or refunds. Limited number available while stocks last at SBB.ch.
Première (1st class)1st-class Première: single 1st-class journey on selected train including seat reservation. Price valid for online purchases. Bookings can be made from 120 days in advance. Exchanges/refunds possible before departure for fees plus any difference in price. Limited number available while stocks last at SBB.ch.
Without meal
Première Signature (1st class)1st class Première Signature: Single journey in Première Signature on the selected train, including seat reservation. Price valid for online purchases. Bookings can be made from 120 days in advance. Free and unlimited exchanges and refunds before departure. In the case of limited tickets at a special price, any price difference must be paid in the event of an exchange. Limited offer available while stocks last at SBB.ch.
Meal included
Zurich HB
Paris
from 28.00
from 51.00
from 171.00
Basel SBB
Paris
from 28.00
from 47.00
from 171.00
Lausanne
Paris
from 28.00
from 47.00
from 171.00
Vallorbe
Paris
from 28.00
from 38.00
from 171.00
Geneva
Paris
from 28.00
from 57.00
from 194.00
Geneva
Marseille
from 28.00
from 65.00
n/a
Price and offer specifications subject to change.
Price information.
On SBB.ch you can find prices for direct connections to the largest cities in neighbouring countries by entering the destination and travel date. Find further travel date options and prices for most connections on the timetable page under ‘Compare prices’. This gives you an easy overview of the best price/performance ratio.
These tips will help you take advantage of affordable saver rates.
Book as early as possible: You can find the TGV Lyria sales calendar here. The earlier you book your tickets, the more affordable the offers will be. Tickets can normally be purchased six months in advance. Go to sales calendar.Link opens in new window.
Avoid peak times: For cheaper prices, it is best to travel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Saturdays.
Find saver prices: Find further travel date options and prices for most connections on the timetable page under ‘Compare prices’. This gives you an easy overview of the best price/performance ratio.
Children aged under 12 benefit from a discount.
Children aged under 16 with a Junior Travelcard or Children’s Co-Travelcard travel at a lower fixed price.
Passengers holding a Half Fare Travelcard can receive a discount of up to 15% on the standard fare for the cross-border section of the journey when departing from any Lyria station.
Passengers holding a GA Travelcard can receive a discount of around 20% on the standard fare for the cross-border section of the journey when departing from any Lyria station.
Discounted connection ticket: up to 70% discount on the standard fare for the connecting service in Switzerland (offer subject to availability).
At TGV Lyria we only use fresh, seasonal products. Every year, our chefs put together a new menu in early spring and early autumn.
The ‘Le Bistrot’ menu offers a range of tasty and original dishes. A mouthwatering signature dish has been created in collaboration with award-winning chef Michel Roth. You can also order dishes online and collect them from the buffet coach with Click & Collect. In the Première you even have the choice of delivery on the spot.
In the exclusive ‘La Table’ service concept for the Première Signature travel class, the chefs Michel Roth and Danny Khezzar prepare seasonal and regional recipes, staying true to the rules of classic cuisine. A menu which focusses on top-class provision is sure to provide memorable culinary experiences. Sit back, enjoy the at-seat service and savour the flavours.
TGV Lyria, award-winning chef Michel Roth and chef Danny Khezzar rely on short procurement routes and premium products from predominantly local and regional farms in Switzerland and France. Enjoy a sustainable, seasonal, varied and environmentally friendly offering.
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Savour dishes inspired by France and Switzerland from the TGV Lyria catering service on your journey.
Further services for your journey with TGV Lyria.
TGV Lyria provides a comprehensively networked travel experience – even at 320 kilometres per hour. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi access in all travel classes aboard all TGV Lyria trains.
Enjoy more than 150 of the best films, shows, podcasts, newspapers and magazines from France and Switzerland offline.
Let yourself be tempted by a look at our ‘Le Bistrot’ menu, available in the buffet coach, to click and collect and for delivery to your seat (for Première class).
You’ll be able to follow your journey in real time.
Our Wi-Fi works for everyone: the content is available in three languages (English, French and German). If you have any questions, just ask our chatbot Franz. He’ll be very happy to help.
Take a look at our travel guides to the cities on the TGV Lyria network.
Do you live in Switzerland and often travel to the train station by car? Benefit from an exclusive 20% discount on your parking fees at over 600 P+Rail stations in Switzerland.
Download the P+Rail app, select your parking ticket and enter the following code: ParkLyria25.
A newly designed family area offers a playful and sociable environment for young and old alike – including a nappy-changing room. And the Wi-Fi portal has special content for younger guests.
Whatever your company’s travel policy, TGV Lyria offers discounts on your journeys between Switzerland and France. Take advantage of free, no-obligation advice from the TGV Lyria Business Customers Team.
Travelling as a group of 10 or more for a weekend away, meeting or event? TGV Lyria has the right solution for you. Whether it’s a simple group booking, private coach or chartered train, we offer bespoke solutions complete with exclusive services for groups.
Groups of ten or more benefit from attractive group rates on journeys to neighbouring countries.
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