By train to Paris: from Basel, Geneva or Zurich
By Simon Abplanalp ·
Journey times, stations and saving tips for TGV Lyria from Switzerland to Paris.
With TGV Lyria, Paris is closer than many think. Trains arrive at Gare de Lyon, right in the city.
Journey times
- Basel–Paris: about 3 hours
- Geneva–Paris: about 3 hours 10
- Lausanne–Paris: about 3 hours 40
- Zurich–Paris: about 4 hours
Travel for less
Prices rise as the date gets closer. Book two to three months ahead and you often pay a fraction of the full fare. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually cheaper than Fridays.
