Geneva to Lyon by train
Travelling from Geneva to Lyon by train takes about 1h 58m, run by SNCF. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €10. The train is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €26
- Total journey
- 1h 58m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- SNCF
Omio catalogue, Oct 3 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Geneva to Lyon
SNCF1h 58mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Geneva to Lyon
SNCF runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:14 and the last at 19:24.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNCF | 11 | 05:14 | 19:24 |
All departures
- 05:14
- 06:14
- 07:24
- 08:31
- 09:24
- 11:24
- 12:24
- 13:24
- 15:24
- 17:24
- 19:24
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Departs from
- Geneva Airport
- Arrives at
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry
- Train operators
- SNCF
- Timetable
- First train at 05:14, last at 19:24, 11 a day with SNCF.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €5Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 2hdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€5Omio catalogue, Oct 32h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Geneva to Lyon by train: common questions
How long does Geneva to Lyon take by train?
About 1h 58m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Geneva to Lyon?
Omio publishes €26 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Geneva to Lyon?
SNCF. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €10. The train wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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