What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Ain?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Ain is to drive which costs €16 - €25 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Ain?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Ain is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Ain?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Ain. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Ceyzériat via Bellegarde and Nurieux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Geneva to Ain?

The distance between Geneva and Ain is 98 km. The road distance is 97.4 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Ain without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Ain without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 5m and costs €20 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Ain?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Geneva to Ain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Ain train from?

Geneva to Ain train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Where does the Geneva to Ain train arrive?

Geneva to Ain train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellegarde-sur-Valserine station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Ain?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Ain is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Geneva to Ain.

Where can I stay near Ain?

There are 120+ hotels available in Ain.

Geneva to Ain - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Geneva to Ain by train, bus, train (TGV), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserinetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Bellegarde Gare Routière to Mairiebus X36
3h 5m
€20–52
Drive 97.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Aincar 97.4 km
1h 19m
€17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserinetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Nurieuxtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Nurieux to Ceyzériattrain Ter
3h 16m
€21–53

Geneva to Ain by train and bus

15Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 98.3 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a train from Genève to Ceyzériat via Bellegarde and Nurieux in around 3h 16m.

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