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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Geneva is to rideshare which costs SFr 8 - SFr 12 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Geneva is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Geneva?

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 2h.

How far is it from Lyon to Geneva?

The distance between Lyon and Geneva is 162 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs SFr 24 - SFr 55.

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

The train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve takes 2h including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Geneva bus from?

Lyon to Geneva bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Geneva train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Geneva?

The best way to get from Lyon to Geneva is to train which takes 2h and costs SFr 24 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 9 - SFr 20 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Lyon to Geneva bus arrive?

Lyon to Geneva bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Geneva train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Geneva is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Lyon to Geneva.

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

Book your Lyon to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Geneva?

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

Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 572+ hotels available in Geneva.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Geneva?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Geneva by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2h
CHF 24–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Genèverideshare 150 km
1h 58m
CHF 8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 35m
CHF 9–20
Drive 148.9 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Genevacar 148.9 km
1h 38m
CHF 24–34

Lyon to Geneva by train

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Distance: 161.9 km
Duration: 2h

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 24–55 and the journey takes 2h. TGV inOui also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 10–20 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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