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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Vars is to bus via Lyon which costs €60 - €120 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Vars is to fly and train which takes 5h and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Vars?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Vars. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station and arriving at Vars-Bascule via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and Angouleme-Gare Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Vars?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Vars. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Angouleme via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu and Massy Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Geneva to Vars?

The distance between Geneva and Vars is 716 km. The road distance is 578.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Vars without a car is to train via Antony which takes 10h 5m and costs €170 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Geneva to Vars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Vars bus from?

Geneva to Vars bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Vars train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Vars?

The best way to get from Geneva to Vars is to train via Antony which takes 10h 5m and costs €170 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €130 and takes 13h 17m.

Where does the Geneva to Vars bus arrive?

Geneva to Vars bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the Geneva to Vars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Vars?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Vars is 579 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Geneva to Vars.

Where can I stay near Vars?

There are 597+ hotels available in Vars.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Angoulemetrain
5h
€76–238
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
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 bus from Bordeaux to Angoulêmebus
13h 56m
€64–113
Train via Antony
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 Angoulemetrain Tgv
10h 5m
€176–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Angoulême - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
13h 17m
€73–128
Drive 578.7 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Varscar 578.7 km
6h 21m
€100–145
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Angoulemetrain Tgv
12h 14m
€146–317

Geneva to Vars by train and bus

13Weekly Services

10h 5mAverage Duration

€176Cheapest Price

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Distance: 716.1 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Vars, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

You can take a train from Genève to Vars-Bascule via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu, Massy Tgv, Angouleme, and Angouleme-Gare Sncf in around 10h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Vars-Bascule via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and Angouleme-Gare Sncf in around 13h 17m.

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