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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Paris
Cheapest price on Sep 28
€69
Average ticket price on Sep 28
€143
Fastest journey on Sep 28
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
3 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 28
10
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Paris will cost around €143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 10 trains from Geneva to Paris, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
97848:26 PM3h17Geneva station11:43 PMParis Gare de Lyon€691One-way0 transfers- 97806:23 PM3h19Geneva station9:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€811One-way0 transfers
- 97764:23 PM3h19Geneva station7:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€951One-way0 transfers
- 97742:27 PM3h15Geneva station5:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1021One-way0 transfers
- 97648:21 AM3h21Geneva station11:42 AMParis Gare de Lyon€1191One-way0 transfers
- 97606:28 AM3h14Geneva station9:42 AMParis Gare de Lyon€2291One-way0 transfers
- 97742:27 PM3h15Geneva station5:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1021One-way0 transfers
- 977012:27 PM3h15Geneva station3:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2291One-way0 transfers
- 976810:27 AM3h15Geneva station1:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1791One-way0 transfers
- 97848:26 PM3h17Geneva station11:43 PMParis Gare de Lyon€691One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Geneva to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Paris trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9760 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 3h14 | 9:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9764 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 3h21 | 11:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
9756+ 6614 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 9768 | 10:27 AM Geneva station | 3h15 | 1:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9770 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 3h15 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9774 | 2:27 PM Geneva station | 3h15 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
 96570+6696 | 3:24 PM Geneva station | 4h10 | 7:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 9776 | 4:23 PM Geneva station | 3h19 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9780 | 6:23 PM Geneva station | 3h19 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9784 | 8:26 PM Geneva station | 3h17 | 11:43 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Paris
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Paris run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 410 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 410 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Geneva to Paris trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Geneva and Paris from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Geneva to Paris
Travelling by train from Geneva to Paris is a convenient and comfortable option. Every weekday, 8 direct services leave Geneva Cornavin station for Paris Gare de Lyon and there are 6 direct options on Saturdays and Sundays. Journey times average around 3 hours 10 minutes whenever travellers leave.
Which train companies travel from Geneva to Paris?
Direct trains to Paris from Geneva are operated by TGV Lyria, a joint operation between France's SNCF and Switzerland's Swiss Federal Railways. Indirect options with TGV InOui may also be available.
How long is the train from Geneva to Paris?
Direct trains from Geneva to Paris will take between 3 hours 8 minutes and 3 hours 20 minutes to reach their destination, with no stops required along the way. Indirect services are also available, and the fastest take 4 hours to reach Paris.
How many trains are there from Geneva to Paris?
On weekdays, 8 direct services connect Geneva and Paris, while there will be 6 options on weekends. Direct and connecting services are spread throughout the day, allowing passengers to find a departure time that suits their needs.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Geneva to Paris?
Departure station: Trains to Paris will depart from Geneva Cornavin station. Those transferring from flights can reach Cornavin via a rapid rail link, which takes just 8 minutes. Those coming from various parts of the Geneva metro area can take local buses and trams, while there is a 900 space car park underneath the station as well. Inside the concourse, Cornavin offers plenty of shopping options, from luxury goods to books and refreshments, as well as numerous ATMs and currency exchange offices.
Arrival station: Trains to Paris from Geneva will arrive at the Gare de Lyon, Paris' second busiest railway hub. The Gare de Lyon is just southeast of the city centre, but both the RER and Metro lines provide rapid connections to central areas, along with both the Gare du Nord and Paris' airports. There's a taxi rank directly outside the station, along with various supermarkets, bars, cafes, and lounges for arriving passengers to enjoy.
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Paris
Most Geneva to Paris trains use the Genève to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Paris leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Getting to Geneve-Secheron from Geneva city centre
Geneve-Secheron is 2 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Geneve-Secheron train station facilities and services
Geneve-Secheron has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant du Parc des Bastions, Café de la Gare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Geneve-Secheron. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Geneve-Secheron. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Geneve-Secheron: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Geneve-Secheron: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve-Secheron: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eden, Hotel Mon Repos, Hotel N'vY.
Which Paris station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Paris Gare de Lyon from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Getting to Paris Gare de l'Est from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Getting to Paris Gare Montparnasse from Paris city centre
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse train station facilities and services
Paris Gare Montparnasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
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