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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Geneve and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Geneva to Lyon?

The distance between Geneva and Lyon is 151 km. The road distance is 148.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs €8 - €23.

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

The bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station takes 2h including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon bus from?

Geneva to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon train from?

Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Geneve station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Lyon?

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to bus which takes 2h and costs €8 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Geneva to Lyon bus arrive?

Geneva to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Geneva to Lyon train arrive?

Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lyon is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Geneva to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Lyon?

Book your Geneva to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Lyon?

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

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Lyon?

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

Geneva to Lyon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Lyon by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Geneva to Lyon by bus

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Distance: 151.1 km
Duration: 2h

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–23 and the journey takes 2h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu twice a week. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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