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 - Perrache Bus Station station and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

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 24 - 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Perrache Bus 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 24 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 18 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Lyon to Genève, Lyon bus arrive?

Lyon to Genève, Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus 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 1247+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to GeneveTer
2h 2m
CHF 24–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Geneva - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2h 13m
CHF 8–18
Drive 149.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Genève, Lyon149.7 km
1h 38m
CHF 25–36
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Lyon to GenevaFlixBus N788 / ...
2h 24m
CHF 10–15
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Genève150 km
2h 12m
CHF 8–12

Lyon to Genève, Lyon by train and foot

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.3 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 24–35 and the journey takes 1h 57m. TGV inOui also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Station every 3 hours, and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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