TGV Lyria

TGV Lyria is the dedicated high-speed train service between France and Switzerland, jointly operated by SNCF (74%) and Swiss Federal Railways SBB (26%). It runs double-decker TGV Duplex trains at up to 320 km/h on four direct routes connecting Paris with Geneva, Lausanne, Basel, and Zurich.

Standard offers comfortable second-class seating with free WiFi and café-bar access from €29. Première provides first-class seating with Grand Voyageur lounge access from €49. Première Signature is the premium class with Michelin-starred at-seat dining, a dedicated quiet carriage, and fully flexible tickets from €179.

Yes. All TGV Lyria trains provide free WiFi and power sockets at every seat in all three classes. The WiFi portal includes real-time journey tracking, and an entertainment portal with films, digital newspapers, games, and podcasts in French, German, and English.

Yes. Le Bistrot bar coach offers gourmet street-food with local and seasonal products, available to all passengers. You can also pre-order online for click-and-collect. Première Signature passengers receive fine dining at their seat by Michelin-starred chefs Michel Roth and Danny Khezzar.

Yes. Customs and police checks take place at the France–Switzerland border. EU citizens need a valid national ID card or passport. Non-EU citizens should check visa requirements for both France and Switzerland before travelling.

Children under 4 travel free on a parent's lap. For a dedicated seat, a Baby Pass costs approximately €9–12. Children aged 4–11 receive discounted fares. Children under 15 cannot travel alone on TGV Lyria. The Family Square offers semi-private 4-seat compartments, and there is an onboard nursery with a changing table and bottle warmer.

Yes. Unlike OUIGO, Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on TGV Lyria. However, a compulsory seat reservation is required and must be booked separately. Reserve as early as possible as pass-holder allocation is limited.

Yes. Dedicated wheelchair spaces are available in coaches 1 or 11 with accessible toilets nearby. Wheelchair users benefit from Standard fares with an automatic upgrade to Première class. In France, book assistance through SNCF Accès Plus; in Switzerland, through the SBB Contact Center Handicap (24 hours notice for international travel).

Yes, and it is free with no reservation required. Your bicycle must be folded or have its wheels removed and be stored in a cover no larger than 130 × 90 cm. Place it in the luggage compartments at the ends of carriages.

All TGV Lyria trains depart from and arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon. Première Signature and Première passengers can access the Grand Voyageur lounge at the station before departure.