There are 8 ways to get from Paris to Geneva by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
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Take the train from Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy TGV to Annemasse
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Paris to Genève
Drive
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Drive from Paris Bercy to Geneva
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Geneva (GVA)
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Lyon, train
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Lyon (LYS)
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Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
Train to Paris Orly, fly to Geneva
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Take the train from Saint-Michel Notre-Dame to Antony
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Fly from Paris Orly (ORY) to Geneva (GVA)
Paris to Geneva by train
The train journey time between Paris and Geneva is around 3h 11m and covers a distance of around 499 km. Operated by TGV inOui, the Paris to Geneva train service departs from Paris Gare De Lyon and arrives in Geneve. Typically 52 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Paris to Geneva is to bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 7h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Geneva is to train which costs €80 - €110 and takes 3h 11m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine and arriving at Geneva - Bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Geneve. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.
The distance between Paris and Geneva is 410 km. The road distance is 537.2 km.
The best way to get from Paris to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €80 - €110.
The train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Geneve takes 3h 11m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Paris to Geneva bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine station.
Paris to Geneva train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The best way to get from Paris to Geneva is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €80 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 7h 5m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €270 and takes 4h 3m.
- Distance: 410.1 km
- Duration: 3h 11m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Geneva, Switzerland?
TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Geneve every 4 hours. Tickets cost SFr 75 - SFr 110 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, Blablabus operates a bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Geneva - Bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost SFr 16 - SFr 21 and the journey takes 7h 5m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 270
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 45 - SFr 250
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 270
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 650
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Paris Orly to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 320
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
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 11m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 110
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 75 - SFr 95
- 1st Class
- SFr 85 - SFr 110
Train from Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy TGV to Annemasse
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 100
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 75 - SFr 90
- 1st Class
- SFr 85 - SFr 100
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 35 - SFr 45
- 1st Class
- SFr 35 - SFr 45
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 19 - SFr 45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 19 - SFr 29
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 29 - SFr 45
The Réseau Express Régional (RER) has 5 lines that connect central Paris to the city suburbs, including notable destinations such as Charles de Gaulle airport, Disneyland Paris and Versailles. The RER is also a great option for getting around the city centre as it operates like an express subway train (like the Paris metro, but with fewer stops). If you’re travelling solely within central Paris Zone 1, you can use a Paris Metro ticket. If you’re travelling beyond Zone 1, you’ll need to purchase a Billet Ile-de-France. Children under 4 travel free on the RER.
Contact Details
Train from Saint-Michel Notre-Dame to Antony
- Ave. Duration
- 17 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 2 - SFr 4
- Website
- RATP Paris
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 Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Geneva - Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 16 - SFr 21
- Website
- Blablabus
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 Paris to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 25 - SFr 31
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Paris to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 19m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 35
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Geneva Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Paris to Geneva bus services, operated by Blablabus, arrive at Geneva - Bus station.
Paris to Geneva train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Geneve station.
Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Geneva is 537 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Paris to Geneva.
Swiss and Air France offer flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Geneva Airport.
Book your Paris to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Paris to Geneva bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 751+ hotels available in Geneva. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Paris to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is to train which takes 34 min and costs €5 - €8.