Train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva

🇫🇷 Lyon Part-Dieu → 🇨🇭 Geneva

Straight-line Distance

111 km

ENE (62.9°)

Rail Distance

~144 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 4m

Express

CO2 Saved vs Flight

82.6%

23.2 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

Express

CO2 Emissions 4.9 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 28.1 kg

Taking the train saves 23.2 kg CO2 (82.6% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Lyon Part-Dieu

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Destination

Geneva

Journey Tips

SNCF TGV trains connect Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva in under two hours, making this one of France's most practical cross-border day-trip routes. Trains depart regularly throughout the day.

Scenic Highlight

The Jura plateau between Bellegarde-sur-Valserine and Geneva offers glimpses of Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc massif on clear days as the train descends toward Switzerland.

Booking Tip

Book via SNCF Connect or SBB for combined fares. Ouigo does not serve this route; standard TGV fares can be very reasonable when booked three to four weeks ahead.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Geneva

🇨🇭 Aigle 64 km 🇨🇭 Basel SBB 185 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 129 km 🇫🇷 Bourg-en-Bresse 72 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 50 km

Also from Lyon Part-Dieu

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 215 km 🇨🇭 Zürich HB 334 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 210 km 🇨🇭 Sion 200 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 176 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva takes approximately 1h 4m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~144 km using a express service.

The estimated rail distance from Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva is approximately 144 km (111 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.

Travelling by train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva emits approximately 4.9 kg of CO2, compared to 28.1 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 23.2 kg of CO2 — a 82.6% reduction in emissions.

The route from Lyon Part-Dieu to Geneva typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.

Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Lyon Part-Dieu and Geneva.