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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Rives is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Rives is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Rives?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Rives. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Rives via Bellegarde and Grenoble. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Geneva to Rives?

The distance between Geneva and Rives is 194 km. The road distance is 131.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Rives without a car is to bus and train via Chambéry which takes 4h 8m and costs €22 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Geneva to Rives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Rives train from?

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

Where does the Geneva to Rives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Rives?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Rives is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Geneva to Rives.

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

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Where can I stay near Rives?

There are 952+ hotels available in Rives.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Rives by bus, train, 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, train via Chambéry
best
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Rivestrain Ter
4h 8m
€22–53
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Grenobletrain Ter
4h 10m
€39–97
Drive 131.6 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Rivescar 131.6 km
1h 44m
€23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Gare Routierebus 272
2. Take the train from Annecy to Moiranstrain Ter
5h 27m
€32–65

Geneva to Rives by bus and train

64Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 194 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Bellegarde to Grenoble every 4 hours. Tickets cost €22–50 and the journey takes 1h 34m.

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