What is the cheapest way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Genève, Lyon and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Lyon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Genève, Lyon and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Geneve and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

The distance between Genève, Lyon and Lyon is 157 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

How do I travel from Genève, Lyon to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €25 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

The train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Genève, Lyon to Lyon bus from?

Genève, Lyon to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Genève, Lyon to Lyon train from?

Genève, Lyon to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Geneve station.

Train or bus from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

The best way to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €25 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Genève, Lyon to Lyon bus arrive?

Genève, Lyon to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Genève, Lyon to Lyon train arrive?

Genève, Lyon to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Genève, Lyon to Lyon is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Genève, Lyon to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

Book your Genève, Lyon to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

Book your Genève, Lyon to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3696+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Genève, Lyon to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Genève, Lyon and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Genève, Lyon to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Genève, Lyon to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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Genève, Lyon to Lyon by foot and train

7Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.7 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Genève, Lyon, Switzerland and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu 5 times a week. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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