What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Arcachon?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Arcachon is to bus and train via Bordeaux which costs €60 - €120 and takes 11h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Arcachon?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Arcachon is to fly and train which takes 2h 50m and costs €60 - €200.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Arcachon?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Arcachon via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu, Massy Tgv and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Geneva to Arcachon?

The distance between Geneva and Arcachon is 608 km. The road distance is 733.7 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Arcachon without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Arcachon without a car is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs €220 - €440.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Arcachon?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Geneva to Arcachon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Arcachon train from?

Geneva to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bellegarde station.

Where does the Geneva to Arcachon train arrive?

Geneva to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Arcachon?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Arcachon is 734 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Geneva to Arcachon.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Arcachon?

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Where can I stay near Arcachon?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Arcachon.

Geneva to Arcachon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Arcachon by plane, train, train (TGV), bus, or car

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Fly, train
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1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Pessac Alouette to Arcachontrain
2h 50m
€61–193
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
9h 21m
€225–433
Bus, train via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Bordeauxbus 706
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
11h 11m
€64–120
Drive 733.7 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Arcachoncar 733.7 km
7h 33m
€128–185
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
11h 51m
€74–135

Geneva to Arcachon by train

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9h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 608 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Arcachon, France?

You can take a train from Genève to Arcachon via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu, Massy Tgv, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 9h 21m.

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