The average train between Geneva and Lyon takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Geneva to Lyon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 6 times a week between Geneva and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 9:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Geneva is at 4:34 PM which arrives into Lyon at 6:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 25m • 1 change
2h 29m • 1 change
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2h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Geneva to Lyon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Geneva station and arriving at Lyon station via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.
Geneva to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Book your Geneva to Lyon train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Geneva and Lyon is 112.3 km. The road distance is 156 km.
You can take a train from Genève to Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde in around 2h 42m.