The cheapest and fastest trains from Grenoble to Geneva
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Geneva will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 11 trains that leave Grenoble for Geneva every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 42 m 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.
96616
17578 · 883624 · 96518
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17580 · 883630 · 96520
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L2 (411215) · L2 (23423)
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17580 · 883630 · 96520
17578 · 883624 · 96518
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L2 (411215) · L2 (23423)Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Grenoble to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 117 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£34 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Grenoble to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17684 · 96508 | On time 07:51 Gare de Grenoble | 3h49 | 11:40 Geneva station | 1 change | |
17564+ L2 (411215) · L2 (23423) | On time 08:31 Gare de Grenoble | 3h42 | 12:13 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
17620 · 96514 | On time 11:21 Gare de Grenoble | 4h14 | 15:35 Geneva station | 1 change | |
17573+ L2 (34348)+ L4 (23257) | On time 11:31 Gare de Grenoble | 3h42 | 15:13 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
96614 | On time 13:57 Gare de Grenoble | 2h03 | 16:00 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
17578 · 883624 · 96518 | On time 14:26 Gare de Grenoble | 3h09 | 17:35 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
17578+ L2 (23435) | On time 14:26 Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 18:13 Geneva station | 1 change | |
17648 · 96520 | On time 14:51 Gare de Grenoble | 3h44 | 18:35 Geneva station | 1 change | |
17580 · 883630 · 96520 | On time 15:30 Gare de Grenoble | 3h05 | 18:35 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
96616 | On time 16:58 Gare de Grenoble | 2h02 | 19:00 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
17584+ L2 (23441) | On time 17:31 Gare de Grenoble | 3h42 | 21:13 Geneva station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grenoble to Geneva
Trains from Grenoble to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Grenoble to Geneva trainsSNCF TER, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Grenoble and Geneva from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grenoble to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to Geneva by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grenoble and Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Pierre Sémard.
- Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Le Petit Bouche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Residhotel Central Gare
- ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Hotel Europole
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday, closed on May 1st
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week with 214 spaces available. Access via Rue Emile Gueymard.
- Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Restaurant L'Inattendu
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Europole
- Novotel Grenoble Centre
- Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and international destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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