How far in advance should I make a reservation? Where do you purchase a ticket? How long is the trip? Any information would be great!
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Direct TGVs go from Gare de Lyon to Zurich in just over four hours. The standard 2nd class fare is €121.00. If you book well in advance (up to three months allowed) on tgv-europe.com, you can get a Piccolissimo fare of €25.00. There is an allotted number of tickets at that price so book ASAP. To keep from being bumped to the US Rail Europe site which doesn't offer discount fares, choose Great Britain as your country of residence. You will be asked if you want to switch to the UK Rail Europe site. Choose to stick with tgv-europe. Choose France as your ticket delivery country. Choose E-ticket service and print your own ticket. Before you book your ticket, notify your credit card provider that you will be making an international transaction. If you don't, your card may be blocked for suspected fraudulent use.