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Paris to Geneve Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Paris to Geneve train is a direct TGV Lyria service running from Paris Gare de Lyon to Geneve Cornavin. The route uses the LGV Sud-Est out of Paris, then continues via Bourg-en-Bresse and Bellegarde before crossing into Switzerland at Geneva. Direct trains cover about 499 km, with the fastest services taking around 3 hours 11 minutes and slower direct departures taking about 3 hours 18 minutes. There are usually around 8 direct departures per day in one direction. Seating is sold in Standard, Standard 1ere, Business 1ere, and Business Premiere depending on the train and fare availability. One-way TGV Lyria fares between Paris and Geneve start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Standard tickets and can rise to around €160 ($172 USD) for flexible first-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and the July-August travel period.

10Jul

Seats

Paris

Genève

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:16

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 13m

09:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9761

from

410 USD

3h 13m, Direct

06:16

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

09:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

410 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9761

08:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 11m

11:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9763

from

410 USD

3h 11m, Direct

08:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

11:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

410 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9763

Day trains

12:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 11m

15:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9773

from

356 USD

3h 11m, Direct

12:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

15:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

356 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9773

14:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 13m

17:31

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9775

from

356 USD

3h 13m, Direct

14:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

17:31

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

356 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9775

Evening trains

18:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 11m

21:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9781

from

356 USD

3h 11m, Direct

18:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

21:29

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

356 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9781

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

3h 10m

23:28

GenèveGenève Cornavin

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9789

from

356 USD

3h 10m, Direct

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

23:28

GenèveGenève Cornavin

from

356 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Lyria 9789

First train

06:16

Last train

20:18

Travel duration

3h 33m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Genève

Ticket price

$57

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Paris to Geneve Route Overview

This route links central Paris with central Geneva without an airport transfer, using high-speed track across eastern France before dropping toward the Rhone valley and Lake Geneva basin. The most distinctive part comes after Bellegarde, where the line follows the Jura foothills and the Rhone before arrival at Geneve Cornavin. TGV Lyria trains on this route are reservation-only, so every ticket includes an assigned seat rather than a non-reserved option. Passport controls are not normally carried out at the platform, but travelers should carry valid identity documents because the train crosses from France into Switzerland.

Travel time

3h 33m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 11m

Longest trip

4h 36m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub, with long-distance trains grouped by direction. TGV Lyria trains to Geneve depart from Paris Gare de Lyon, near the Bastille and Bercy districts, with Metro, RER, and taxi access.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

3h 33m

Genève

Geneve is a Swiss lakeside city known for diplomacy, watchmaking, and the international organizations around Nations. Geneve Cornavin is the main station, north of the Rhone and within tram or walking distance of the Old Town, the lakefront, and Paquis.

Genève Cornavin

Station

Practical Information for TGV Lyria Travelers

TGV Lyria follows French high-speed train luggage practice, with self-carried baggage stored onboard. Passengers must be able to lift and manage their own items.

Luggage Allowance

Passengers may take 2 large pieces of luggage, each up to 130 cm in its largest dimension, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be labelled with the passenger's name and remain within the spaces provided onboard.

Storage Facilities

TGV Lyria sets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in the racks at the end of the coach rather than blocking aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles may travel if packed in a bike cover within accepted luggage dimensions. Skis, snowboards, and musical instruments must be carried in cases and stored without obstructing doors, aisles, or reserved seating areas.

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Paris to Geneve Map

The Paris to Geneve route starts at Paris Gare de Lyon and runs southeast on the LGV Sud-Est, the first French high-speed line. Trains leave the Paris basin, pass the Burgundy region, then continue toward Bourg-en-Bresse and Bellegarde before entering Geneva. The final section follows the Jura edge and the Rhone valley into Geneve Cornavin, the main station for the city center and Lake Geneva.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 11m

Price from

$63

Departures

189

Rating

Train

LYR

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 12m

Price from

$57

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Lyria

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 31m

Price from

$57

Departures

Rating

The Paris to Geneve train runs from Gare de Lyon to Cornavin, keeping the trip between the city centers. Buses usually take 7 to 9 hours between Paris and Geneva and often use outer coach stations or motorway stops. Flights from Paris to Geneva are short in the air, but transfers to Charles de Gaulle or Orly, security, boarding, and arrival transfer add time. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 33m

$57-$267

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$25-$70

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$70-$260

FAQ about the Paris - Geneve Route

How do I book Paris to Geneve train tickets?

Book Paris to Geneve train tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your travel date, choosing a TGV Lyria departure, and paying online. Tickets and booking details are sent by email, and the Rail Monsters apps for iOS and Android let you manage the trip. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

How long is the train from Paris to Geneve?

The fastest direct TGV Lyria from Paris Gare de Lyon to Geneve Cornavin takes about 3 hours 11 minutes. Other direct services normally take around 3 hours 18 minutes. The rail distance is about 499 km.

How fast is the Paris to Geneve TGV Lyria?

TGV Lyria trains between Paris and Geneve can run at up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on the LGV Sud-Est in France. Average speed is lower because the train leaves the high-speed line and continues on conventional tracks toward Bellegarde and Geneva.

How much is the train from Paris to Geneve?

One-way TGV Lyria fares from Paris to Geneve start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Standard tickets and can reach around €160 ($172 USD) for flexible first-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does Eurail cover Paris to Geneve?

Eurail and Interrail passes can cover the rail travel between France and Switzerland, but TGV Lyria requires a mandatory seat reservation and a passholder supplement. Reservation availability is limited on some departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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