There are 11 ways to get from Geneva to Claira by train, bus, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train via Lyon • 7h 35m
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 42m
9 alternative options
Train • 7h 58m
Bus, train • 9h 10m
Drive • 5h 27m
Fly Geneva to Perpignan • 6h 37m
Fly Geneva to Barcelona, train • 8h 4m
Bus to Lyon, fly to Toulouse, train • 9h 27m
Fly Geneva to Toulouse, train • 8h 22m
Bus to Lyon, fly to Marseille, train • 10h 20m
Bus to Lyon, fly to Barcelona, train • 10h 15m
Geneva to Claira by train and bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Claira is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 75 and takes 9h 42m.
The fastest way to get from Geneva to Claira is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 160.
No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Claira. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at CLAIRA - Rue du Ruisseau via Lyon - Perrache Bus station and PERPIGNAN - G.R Bd St Assiscle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.
The distance between Geneva and Claira is 649 km. The road distance is 593.4 km.
The best way to get from Geneva to Claira without a car is to train via Lyon which takes 7h 35m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 200.
It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Geneva to Claira, including transfers.
Geneva to Claira bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.
The best way to get from Geneva to Claira is to train via Lyon which takes 7h 35m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 75 and takes 9h 42m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 470 and takes 6h 37m.
Geneva to Claira bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Perpignan station.
Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Claira is 593 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Geneva to Claira.
- Distance: 649.1 km
- Duration: 7h 35m
What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Claira, France?
You can take a train from Geneva to Claira via Lyon Part Dieu, Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud, Perpignan, and PERPIGNAN - G.R Bd St Assiscle in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to Claira via Lyon - Perrache Bus station, Perpignan, and PERPIGNAN - G.R Bd St Assiscle in around 9h 42m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Geneva to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €280
Flights from Lyon to Toulouse
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €210
Flights from Geneva to Toulouse
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €320
Flights from Geneva to Toulouse via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €55 - €320
Flights from Lyon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €230
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Geneva to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €340
Flights from Lyon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lyon to Toulouse
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €95 - €340
Flights from Lyon to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €370
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Geneva to Perpignan via Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- When
- Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €450
- Website
- aerlingus.com
Flights from Geneva to Perpignan via Dublin
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €150 - €950
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Geneva to Perpignan via Birmingham
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €360
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Geneva to Perpignan via Paris Charles de Gaulle, Nantes
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €330
- Website
- corsair.com
Flights from Lyon to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €380
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €55 - €100
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Geneve to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €80 - €150
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
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
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €50 - €65
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €24 - €55
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €24 - €35
- 1st Class
- €40 - €55
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €50 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €50 - €70
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 42m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €75 - €140
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €75 - €110
- 1st Class
- €100 - €140
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €50
- 1st Class
- €50 - €70
Train from Toulouse Matabiau to Narbonne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €45 - €65
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Toulouse-Matabiau to Narbonne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- https://www.cfl.lu/en-gb
- First Class
- €3
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 33 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €10 - €15
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 51m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 27m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €16 - €23
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
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 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €40
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €17 - €25
- Rail 1st Class
- €26 - €40
Train from Toulouse Matabiau to Narbonne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 38m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €26 - €55
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €26 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €35 - €55
Train from Narbonne to Salses
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €17
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €12
- Rail 1st Class
- €12 - €17
- Phone
- +33 2 22 55 00 10
- nomad-car@laregionnormandie.fr
- Website
- normandie.fr
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Schedules at
- normandie.fr
Bus from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
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 Geneva to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €19
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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 Geneva - Bus station to Lyon - Perrache Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €21
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus station to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Geneva - Bus station to Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €15 - €22
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Ginebra to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 59m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Perpignan
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
- Phone
- +420 222 222 221
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
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