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TodayMar 29
from $17
TomorrowMar 30
from $16
SunMar 31
from $9
MonApr 1
from $15
TueApr 2
from $15
WedApr 3
from $15
ThuApr 4
from $9
FriApr 5

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

7:45AM
2h35m
10:20AM
Lyon - Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cheapest
Geneva - Gare routière de Genève
Cheapest
9:00AM
3h25m
12:25PM
Lyon - Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
2nd Cheapest
Geneva - Gare routière de Genève
2nd Cheapest
10:15AM
2h10m
12:25PM
Lyon - Perrache
Fastest
Geneva - Aéroport / Airport (GVA)
Fastest
11:35AM
2h55m
2:30PM
Lyon - Aéroport LYS
Geneva - Gare routière de Genève
3:20PM
2h35m
5:55PM
Lyon - Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Geneva - Gare routière de Genève
Bus Lyon to Geneva: Trip Overview

Bus Lyon to Geneva: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$17
Average bus trip duration2h 35m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure4:55 AM
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

Lyon to Geneva Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures21
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:55AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$9
Average Ticket Price$17
Minimum Trip Duration1h59m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h35m
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, BlaBlaBus, ALSA, RegioJet, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Geneva

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from Lyon to Geneva is about 2h 35m, but you can get there in as little as 1h 59m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 70 miles (113 km) that separate the two cities.

About 70 miles (113 km) separate Lyon and Geneva.

You can choose from 21 travel times and travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and ALSA. The number of buses operating from Lyon to Geneva may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Lyon to Geneva as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 4:55 AM and ending at 11:30 PM.

If you're headed to Geneva from Lyon, chances are that your bus will leave from Perrache and arrive at Gare Routière de Genève. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $9.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Lyon to Geneva is $17. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $9 and $61, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Lyon to Geneva! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Lyon and Geneva is about 3h 58m. So you'll have enough time to visit Geneva before returning to Lyon in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03/27
$14
03/28
$16
Today
$15
03/30
$12
03/31
$15
04/01
$17
04/02
$15
04/03
$9
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Geneva was searched and found on Apr 3, 2024 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Geneva, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $44 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Geneva based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2024-04-03.

Usually Flixbus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lyon and Geneva!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to Geneva.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lyon to Geneva will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lyon to Geneva, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Geneva?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time2h 35mAvg Price$17Daily Departures21
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2h 8mAvg Price$38Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time1h 50mAvg Price$17Daily Departures27

The best way to travel between Lyon and Geneva is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Geneva, choose the bus, as it will take you from Lyon to Geneva in about 1h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

Bus from Geneva to Lyon

You can also go to Geneva by train

Train from Lyon to Geneva

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