What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley is to bus which costs €85 - €150 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley is to fly and train which takes 3h 56m and costs €100 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Saumur Nord -Vivy via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Geneve and arriving at Saumur via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Geneva to Loire Valley?

The distance between Geneva and Loire Valley is 751 km. The road distance is 587.8 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley without a car is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs €130 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Geneva to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Loire Valley bus from?

Geneva to Loire Valley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Loire Valley train from?

Geneva to Loire Valley train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Geneve station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Geneva to Loire Valley is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs €130 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €150 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Geneva to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Geneva to Loire Valley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Geneva to Loire Valley train arrive?

Geneva to Loire Valley train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Loire Valley is 588 km. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Geneva to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 895+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

Geneva to Loire Valley - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Geneva to Loire Valley by plane, train, train (TGV), bus, or car

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Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane GVA - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain
3h 56m
€108–297
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Lyonbus FlixBus N788 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Saumur Nord -Vivybus 724
12h 18m
€86–143
Train
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saumurtrain Intercités / ...
8h 25m
€139–266
Drive 587.8 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Loire Valleycar 587.8 km
6h 3m
€102–148
Fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane GVA - CDG
2. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to St Pierre Des Corpstrain
3. Take the train from Tours to Port Boulettrain
5h 47m
€179–407
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Angers - Bus Station Esplanadebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Angers St Laud to Saumurtrain Ter / ...
12h 42m
€103–170

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) flights

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 751.5 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from Geneve to Loire Valley via Lyon Part Dieu and Saumur in around 8h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to Loire Valley via Lyon and Saumur Nord -Vivy in around 12h 18m.

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