What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08 is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08 is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Lyon 08?

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

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Lyon 08?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Lyon 08. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Geneva to Lyon 08?

The distance between Geneva and Lyon 08 is 155 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Lyon 08 without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08 without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs €10 - €16.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Lyon 08?

The bus from Geneva to Lyon takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon 08 bus from?

Geneva to Lyon 08 bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon 08 train from?

Geneva to Lyon 08 train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Lyon 08?

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon 08 is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Geneva to Lyon 08 bus arrive?

Geneva to Lyon 08 bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Geneva to Lyon 08 train arrive?

Geneva to Lyon 08 train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellegarde-sur-Valserine station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Lyon 08?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lyon 08 is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Geneva to Lyon 08.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Lyon 08?

Book your Geneva to Lyon 08 train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Lyon 08?

Book your Geneva to Lyon 08 bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon 08?

There are 3738+ hotels available in Lyon 08.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Lyon 08?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Lyon 08. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Geneva to Lyon 08 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Lyon 08 by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Lyonbus FlixBus N788 / ...
2h 15m
€10–16
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserinetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2h 59m
€46–67
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Genève to Lyonrideshare 149.2 km
2h 3m
€10
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Lyon 08car 150.6 km
1h 37m
€27–38

Geneva to Lyon 08 by bus

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Distance: 155.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Lyon 08, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Lyon every 3 hours. Tickets cost €10–16 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde in around 2h 59m.

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