Geneva to Paris by train
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Overview: trains from Geneva to Paris
Find the key information for travelling by train from Geneva to Paris, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Geneva to Paris by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Geneva to Paris? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 411 kilometres.
Cost of train tickets between Geneva and Paris
The cheapest train tickets from Geneva to Paris start at US$12.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, US$69. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around US$95.
Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Geneva to Paris is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 12 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.
Geneva to Paris departure frequency and train timetable
With 37 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 3 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:12 and the last one is at 20:30. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:12, with the last one at 20:30.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Geneva to Paris?
On this route spanning 411 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 8 minutes.
When do tickets go on sale between Geneva and Paris?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Geneva and Paris 12 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
More information on train travel from Geneva to Paris
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Paris city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Geneva to Paris
Want to know more about your journey from Geneva to Paris? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Geneva to Paris is 411 kilometres.
The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$12.00. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically US$69. Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost US$95.
You can purchase tickets for this journey 12 months ahead of the travel date.
The quickest journey is 3 hours and 8 minutes.
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