City connection

Geneva to Lyon by train

Genève → Lyon Part Dieu

Fastest

1 h 50 min

Typical

3 h 5 min

Direct trains

Yes

Fewest changes

0

Operators

SNCF VOYAGEURS, Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, FlixBus-eu, TCL

Times sampled from live European timetable data (Transitous) for a typical weekday (2026-07-14). Schedules vary by day — always check the operator when booking.

How long does the train from Geneva to Lyon take?

The fastest connection takes about 1 h 50 min; a typical journey takes around 3 h 5 min.

Is there a direct train from Geneva to Lyon?

Yes — direct trains run on this route (Genève → Lyon Part Dieu).

Which operators run trains from Geneva to Lyon?

SNCF VOYAGEURS, Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, FlixBus-eu, TCL.

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