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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Geneva to Lyon

Composite routes from Geneva to Lyon

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
147 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 30 min
Bus
112 km.
from €9.24
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Geneve to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$82.70

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
info@regiojet.cz
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Genève to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.69

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to rideshare which costs $9.99 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Geneve and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Geneva to Lyon?

The distance between Geneva and Lyon is 156 km. The road distance is 148.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $33.70 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lyon train from?

Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Geneve station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Lyon?

The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $33.70 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $22.83 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Geneva to Lyon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geneva to Lyon train arrive?

Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lyon is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Geneva to Lyon.

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

Book your Geneva to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3318+ hotels available in Lyon. Prices start at $36.95 per night.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Lyon?

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