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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 29 April atDeparture city: GenevaDeparture location: GeneveArrival time: 29 April atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Lyon Part Dieu
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- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 29 April atDeparture city: GenevaDeparture location: GeneveArrival time: 29 April atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Lyon Part Dieu
- Departure time: 29 April atDeparture city: GenevaDeparture location: GeneveArrival time: 29 April atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Lyon Part Dieu
- Departure time: 29 April atDeparture city: GenevaDeparture location: GeneveArrival time: 29 April atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Lyon Part Dieu
Train Geneva to Lyon: Trip Overview
Train Companies
Based on 2 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. TER ticket prices on this trip start at US$37.00
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. TGV Lyria ticket prices on this trip start at US$40.00
Geneva to Lyon Trains
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Information on this train trip
Daily Trains | 8 |
Earliest and Latest Train Departures | 07:14 - 20:29 |
Minimum Price | US$38 |
Average Ticket Price | US$38 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 1h42m |
Average Train Trip Duration | 2h8m |
Distance | 70 miles |
Train Companies on This Route | TER, TGV Lyria |
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Geneva and Lyon?
Place Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
Gare Routière de GenèveAvenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland
Genève-Eaux-VivesRue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
GenèveGare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
Lyon Part DieuRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
PerracheFrequently asked questions on the trip Geneva - Lyon
The average train ticket price from Geneva to Lyon is US$38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
A train trip between Geneva and Lyon is around 2h 8m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 70 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of trains from Geneva to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Geneva to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the train from Geneva to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with TER, TGV Lyria.
Trains travelling between Geneva and Lyon leave from Gare Routière de Genève or Genève Airport and arrive at Lyon Part Dieu, Perrache, Lyon Airport.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Geneva to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$39 for a train ticket from Geneva to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2024-04-30.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Geneva and Lyon is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Lyon.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Lyon, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Geneva and Lyon, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Geneva to Lyon.
Did you know?
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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