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Paris to Geneva by train
Prices explained
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Cheapest Price US$11.00
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30 day advance US$52.50
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7 day advance US$61.00
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First train06:12
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Last train20:18
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey3hr 5m
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Distance411 kilometres
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Trains per day43
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Avg. journey time3hr 13m
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Train operators
Paris to Geneva train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Paris to Geneva by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Paris to Geneva take around 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 411 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Paris is scheduled to depart at around 06:12. The last departure is usually at around 20:18. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Paris at around 06:16, with the last train leaving at around 20:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$11.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Geneva, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Geneva.
Is there a direct train from Paris to Geneva?
Yes, there is a direct train from Paris to Geneva.
How long does it take to travel from Paris to Geneva?
The Paris to Geneva train travel takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Paris to Geneva train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Geneva leaving Paris at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:18. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Paris at around 06:16, with the final departure at 20:18.
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TGV Lyria
It is very easy to travel by train from Paris to Geneva. High-speed trains have pulled a lot of traffic from airlines on this route.
The route is served by comfortable TGV Lyria trains.
Paris to Geneva
The high-speed TGV Lyria all leave from Gare du Lyon. In Geneva the trains terminate at Gare de Cornavin in the heart of the Swiss city. The fastest trains on this route make only one stop along the way. Other services make one or two additional stops and may take up to 20 minutes longer.
The route from Paris follows the main high-speed line from the French capital to Burgundy, crossing the Saône Valley near Mâcon. The route then tracks east through the Jura Hills towards Geneva. There is some very fine scenery along this latter part of the journey.