4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Paris
Cheapest price
€91
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
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 €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €91.
Of the 5 trains that leave Geneva for Paris on Fri, Aug 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
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965504:40 AM4h50Geneva station9:30 AMParis Gare de Lyon€911One-way2 transfers- 6632+407096+965744:45 PM5h15Geneva station10:00 PMParis Gare de Lyon€951One-way2 transfers
- 6616+407050+965588:45 AM4h45Geneva station1:30 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1001One-way2 transfers
92763:30 PM4h34Geneva station8:04 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1491One-way0 transfers- 926611:28 AM4h14Geneva station3:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1791One-way0 transfers
- 926611:28 AM4h14Geneva station3:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1791One-way0 transfers
- 92763:30 PM4h34Geneva station8:04 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1491One-way0 transfers
- 6616+407050+965588:45 AM4h45Geneva station1:30 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1001One-way2 transfers
- 6692+407040+965504:40 AM4h50Geneva station9:30 AMParis Gare de Lyon€911One-way2 transfers
- 6632+407096+965744:45 PM5h15Geneva station10:00 PMParis Gare de Lyon€951One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 410 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€137 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €201 Average price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Paris trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 96550+6692+407040 | 4:40 AM Geneva station | 4h50 | 9:30 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
| 96558+6616+407050 | 8:45 AM Geneva station | 4h45 | 1:30 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
| 9266 | 11:28 AM Geneva station | 4h14 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9276 | 3:30 PM Geneva station | 4h34 | 8:04 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 96574+6632+407096 | 4:45 PM Geneva station | 5h15 | 10:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Paris
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Paris run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €22 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 13m.
Distance 410 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER from Geneva to Paris trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER trains will get you between Geneva and Paris from €22. 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 Montparnasse. 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.
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 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.
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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