What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon is to rideshare which costs SFr 8 - SFr 12 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Genève, Lyon?

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

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Genève, Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Geneve. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

The distance between Lyon and Genève, Lyon is 162 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Genève, Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 120.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

The train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Genève, Lyon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Genève, Lyon train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

The best way to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 9 - SFr 25 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Lyon to Genève, Lyon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to Genève, Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Genève, Lyon is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Lyon to Genève, Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

Book your Lyon to Genève, Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

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

Where can I stay near Genève, Lyon?

There are 1238+ hotels available in Genève, Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Genève, Lyon?

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

Lyon to Genève, Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Lyon to Genève, Lyon by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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Lyon to Genève, Lyon by train and foot

72Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.4 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 23–35 and the journey takes 1h 57m. TGV inOui also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Geneva every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 10–21 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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