What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette is to bus which costs €20 - €55 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Orcières-Merlette?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Orcières 1850 - Gare Routière via Gares and GAP - Gare SNCF quai 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

The distance between Geneva and Orcières-Merlette is 333 km. The road distance is 253.6 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs €66.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Orcières-Merlette bus from?

Geneva to Orcières-Merlette bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

The best way to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs €66. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €55 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Geneva to Orcières-Merlette bus arrive?

Geneva to Orcières-Merlette bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Grenoble station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Orcières-Merlette is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette.

Where can I stay near Orcières-Merlette?

There are 415+ hotels available in Orcières-Merlette.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geneve to GrenobleTer
2. Take the train from Grenoble to GapTer
7h 24m
€66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Grenoble739 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gares to Gare S.N.C.FT91
8h 23m
€20–54
Drive 253.6 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Orcières-Merlette253.6 km
3h 21m
€45–65

Geneva to Orcières-Merlette by train and bus

1Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.4 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Orcières-Merlette, France?

You can take a train from Geneve to Orcières Village Mairie via Grenoble, Gap, and GAP - Gare SNCF quai 3 in around 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to Orcières 1850 - Gare Routière via Grenoble, Gares, Gare S.N.C.F, and GAP - Gare SNCF quai 3 in around 8h 23m.

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