What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval is to bus via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station which costs €13 - €24 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Saint-Genis-Laval?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Saint-Genis-Laval. However, there are services departing from Geneva Bus Station and arriving at St-Genis-Laval - Gadagne Egalite via Lyon - Perrache. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Saint-Genis-Laval?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Oullins via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu and Lyon Perrache. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

The distance between Geneva and Saint-Genis-Laval is 161 km. The road distance is 156.9 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval without a car is to bus which takes 3h 51m and costs €14 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval bus from?

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Geneva Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval train from?

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

The best way to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval is to bus which takes 3h 51m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval bus arrive?

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lyon Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval train arrive?

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellegarde-sur-Valserine station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval.

Where can I stay near Saint-Genis-Laval?

There are 4080+ hotels available in Saint-Genis-Laval.

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval by bus, train (TGV), or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 51m
€15–19
Bus via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 52m
€13–24
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserinetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
3h 55m
€38–88
Drive 156.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Saint-Genis-Lavalcar 156.9 km
1h 50m
€28–40

Geneva to Saint-Genis-Laval by bus

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Distance: 160.7 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Saint-Genis-Laval, France?

RegioJet operates a bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to St-Genis-Laval - Gadagne via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu, Lyon Perrache, Oullins, and Oullins - Gare D'oullins in around 3h 55m.

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