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Lyon to Milan by Train
Neatly nestled between the Rhône and the Saône Rivers, when you’re on the lookout for charming French getaways, Lyon is a pretty safe bet. Whether you’re for romantic breaks, foodie adventures or cultural getaways, France’s third-largest city has it all, but why settle for that when you can have even more? Yes, we like to be a bit greedy when it comes to making the most of adventures in Europe, because when European train services make it so easy to get around, adding a trip to Milan to your itinerary is pretty irresistible, especially if you need some retail therapy.
Just under five hours away, you can speed through France and into Northern Italy from the comfort of a speedy TGV train. Go First Class or Second Class, both offer WiFi and power sockets along with their spacious seats for an unbeatable way to travel. Ready to go? Search for a ticket in our Journey Planner!
Lyon to Milan by train
It takes an average of 8h 58m to travel from Lyon to Milan by train, over a distance of around 211 miles (340 km). There are normally 18 trains per day traveling from Lyon to Milan and tickets for this journey start from $39.46 when you book in advance.
| First train | 7:50 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:50 pm | |
| Departure station | Lyon | |
| Arrival station | Milan | |
| Journey time | From 4h 37m | |
| Distance | 211 miles (340 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $39.46 | |
| Train and bus operators | Itabus, Trenitalia, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus |
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Trenitalia trains from Lyon to Milan
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Milan
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Lyon to Milan by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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