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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Genève, UIT is to rideshare which costs SFr 9 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Genève, UIT is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 40.

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

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, UIT?

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, UIT?

The distance between Lyon and Genève, UIT is 163 km. The road distance is 151 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Genève, UIT without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 85.

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

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, UIT bus from?

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

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

Lyon to Genève, UIT 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, UIT?

The best way to get from Lyon to Genève, UIT is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 9 - SFr 25 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Lyon to Genève, UIT bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to Genève, UIT train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Genève, UIT?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Genève, UIT is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Lyon to Genève, UIT.

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

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Where can I stay near Genève, UIT?

There are 617+ hotels available in Genève, UIT.

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

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

Lyon to Genève, UIT - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Lyon to Genève, UIT 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 13m
CHF 23–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to GenevaFlixBus N788 / ...
2h 37m
CHF 9–25
Drive 151 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Genève, UIT151 km
1h 39m
CHF 25–36
Train via Genève, Motta
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to GeneveTer
2h 16m
CHF 31–101
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Lyon to GenevaFlixBus N788 / ...
2h 37m
CHF 10–15
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Le Grand-Saconnex148.4 km
2h 32m
CHF 9

Lyon to Genève, UIT by train and foot

73Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.3 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Genève, UIT, 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 10–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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