There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Lyon by bus, train, 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.
Recommended option
Bus • 2h 5m
4 alternative options
Train • 2h 8m
Train, bus • 3h 12m
Rideshare • 2h 3m
Drive • 1h 36m
Geneva to Lyon by bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to rideshare which costs SFr 10 and takes 2h 3m.
The fastest way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Geneve and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.
The distance between Geneva and Lyon is 150 km. The road distance is 148.5 km.
The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 20.
The bus from Geneva to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs every two hours.
Geneva to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.
Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Geneve station.
The best way to get from Geneva to Lyon is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 65 and takes 2h 8m.
- Distance: 149.5 km
- Duration: 2h 5m
What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Lyon, France?
FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13 - €19 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) operates a train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu every 3 hours. Tickets cost €55 - €100 and the journey takes 2h 8m. TGV inOui also services this route once daily.
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €55 - €100
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €17 - €35
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €50 - €65
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Geneva to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €19
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Geneva - Bus station to Lyon - Perrache Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €21
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +420 222 222 221
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
Bus from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- Phone
- +3 318 576 2228
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Genève to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10
- Schedules at
- blablacar.com
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More Questions & Answers
Geneva to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.
Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lyon is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Geneva to Lyon.
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