The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Geneva
Cheapest price
£125
Average price
£180
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Geneva will cost around £180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £125.
Of the 7 trains that leave Paris for Geneva every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
97638:173h12Paris Gare de Lyon11:29Geneva station£1251One-way0 changes
976510:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon13:29Geneva station£1461One-way0 changes
978118:173h12Paris Gare de Lyon21:29Geneva station£1881One-way0 changes
978920:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon23:29Geneva station£1881One-way0 changes
977514:183h13Paris Gare de Lyon17:31Geneva station£1881One-way0 changes
976510:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon13:29Geneva station£1461One-way0 changes
978920:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon23:29Geneva station£1881One-way0 changes
977312:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon15:29Geneva station£1881One-way0 changes
977716:183h11Paris Gare de Lyon19:29Geneva station£2371One-way0 changes
97638:173h12Paris Gare de Lyon11:29Geneva station£1251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 410 km
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£101 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Geneva trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9781 | On time 16:17 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h12 | 19:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
6669+ 96530 | On time 16:25 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h08 | 20:33 Geneva station | 1 change | |
9789 | On time 18:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h11 | 21:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
9763 | On time 6:17 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h12 | 9:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
9765 | On time 8:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h11 | 11:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
9773 | On time 10:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h11 | 13:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
9775 | On time 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h13 | 15:31 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
9777 | On time 14:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h11 | 17:29 Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Paris to Geneva trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | TGV Lyria?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV Lyria, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER or SNCF | Intercités de nuit to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Geneva.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Geneva
Trains from Paris to Geneva run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 410 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 410 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, Regionale, SNCF from Paris to Geneva trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, Regionale, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Geneva from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | Intercités
Regionale
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
TER
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Trains from Paris to Geneva
Famous as the gateway to the Alps, the Swiss city of Geneva is just over three hours away from Paris by train. As such, it’s a popular weekend destination for Parisians and tourists in the mood for a bit of skiing or some clean mountain air. Trains to Geneva leave Paris several times a day, every day of the week, so it’s always easy to squeeze in a last-minute getaway.
Which train companies travel from Paris to Geneva?
All trains from Paris to Geneva are operated by France’s state-owned SNCF. The trains themselves are high-speed TGV trains, ensuring a quick and comfortable journey. Different subsidiaries of SNCF offer different train services along this route. These include SNCF | TGV Lyria and SNCF | TGV INOUI. TGV Lyria trains travel this route more frequently and are usually direct. TGV INOUI trains tend to require one change.
How long is the train from Paris to Geneva?
It takes about 3 hours 11 minutes on average to reach Geneva from Paris. The quickest possible journey is 3 hours 7 minutes when travelling direct with TGV Lyria. The longest advertised journey is 4 hours 30m when travelling with TGV INOUI. TGV INOUI journeys almost always take more than four hours and involve a change at Lyon Part Dieu.
How many trains are there from Paris to Geneva?
There are usually at least 5-7 direct trains to Geneva from Paris on a daily basis. 2-3 indirect services are also offered daily on this route. Departure times are spread throughout the day from early morning til the end of peak travel in the evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Paris to Geneva?
Departure train station: Gare de Lyon is a very central station, sitting just east of Paris. It’s one of the busiest train stations in France, which means it’s easily accessible via Metro and also offers a direct bus link to Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. The station is famous for its ornate fine-dining restaurant, ‘Le Train Bleu’.
Arrival train station: Geneva’s main train station, Geneve Cornavin, is also centrally located, with a direct train link to Geneva Airport. The station is home to a selection of shops and restaurants, as well as a currency exchange and bank.
FAQs: Paris to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris and Geneva
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Croq'Voyage
- Eat'Shop
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
- ibis Styles Paris Bercy
- Kyriad Paris Bercy Village
- Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Located in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 6, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
- Train lines: TER, Intercités
- 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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