The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Geneva
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Geneva will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 16 buses that leave Lyon for Geneva every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lyon to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 112 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Geneva coaches for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1717 | 10:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2h15 | 12:15 Genève, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
7661 | 13:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 3h10 | 16:55 Genève, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 19:30 Genève, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2h35 | 20:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 January | |||||
FlixBus | 05:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2h15 | 07:45 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 6h25 | 12:30 Genève, Aéroport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 06:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 4h50 | 10:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2h20 | 08:40 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 changesdirect | |
3843 | 06:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2h35 | 09:20 Genève, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
72400 | 08:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 3h25 | 11:25 Genève, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Geneva
Buses from Lyon to Geneva run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 112 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 112 km |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, SNCF | Autocar from Lyon to GenevaYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Geneva with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Geneva coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Geneva by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Geneva
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
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