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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 01
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €16
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €32
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 2 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 2 h 44 m
- Buses on Nov 01
- 21
- Distance
- 98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Fast buses
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 21 buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
76613:25 PM 2h30 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 5:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- 80082 · 50793
11:20 AM 8h25 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière €24 1 One-way 1 transfer - 80082 · 50847
11:20 AM 5h25 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 4:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière €24 1 One-way 1 transfer - 50985 · 3177
7:35 PM 3h10 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière €24 1 One-way 1 transfer - 7661 · 3177
3:25 PM 7h20 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière €27 1 One-way 1 transfer
- 7661
3:25 PM 2h30 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 5:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - 51661 · 50793
5:15 PM 2h30 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière €27 1 One-way 1 transfer - 7665 · 50845
6:10 PM 2h45 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) 8:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière €30 1 One-way 1 transfer 
FlixBus · FlixBus2:10 PM 2h55 Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport 5:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière €44 1 One-way 1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus
9:05 PM 3h00 Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport 12:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière €44 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva
France
Switzerland
Buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 1m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva.
Cheap bus tickets from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva is €21 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva leaves at 4:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva leaves at 9:00 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Live departures
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 3h25 | 11:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 3h05 | 1:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
| 80082 · 50793 | 11:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 8h25 | 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 80082 · 50847 | 11:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 5h25 | 4:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 80082 · 7661 | 11:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 6h35 | 5:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 50983 · 50793 | 12:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 7h10 | 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 50983 · 50847 | 12:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 4h10 | 4:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 50983 · 7661 | 12:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 5h20 | 5:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 2h55 | 5:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
| 7661 · 3177 | 3:25 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 7h20 | 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 7661 · 50793 | 3:25 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 4h20 | 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 7661 | 3:25 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 2h30 | 5:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7661 · 50845 | 3:25 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 5h30 | 8:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 3h00 | 7:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
| 51661 · 50793 | 5:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 2h30 | 7:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 51661 · 3177 | 5:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 5h30 | 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 51661 · 50845 | 5:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 3h40 | 8:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 7665 · 3177 | 6:10 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 4h35 | 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 7665 · 50845 | 6:10 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 2h45 | 8:55 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| 50985 · 3177 | 7:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 3h10 | 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 3h00 | 12:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€9
FlixBus frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
€5
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Geneva
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Geneva. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Geneva and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva for bus company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva depends on the bus companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
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Musée du Temps Patek Philippe
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- Must visit
Vieille Ville
Geneva’s historic heart has narrow lanes, small squares, and centuries of architecture, making it the city’s essential walking district.
- Must visit
Quai du Mont-Blanc
A lakeside promenade with gardens, monuments, and classic views of the Jet d’Eau, perfect for an easy first walk in Geneva.
- Must visit
Jardin Anglais
A scenic lakeside English-style garden known for flowers, waterfront paths, and the famous Flower Clock near the city center.
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Fondue
Melted cheese fondue shared from a communal pot, usually with bread. A classic Romandy winter dish strongly tied to Geneva dining culture.
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Raclette
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Papet Vaudois Style Gratin
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Bayview By Michel Roth
Refined fine dining by Lake Geneva with polished service and French-influenced cuisine in an elegant luxury hotel setting.
Le Chat-Botté
Elegant gastronomic restaurant inside Hotel Beau-Rivage, known for classic French technique, seasonal menus, and formal lakeside dining.
Café Du Soleil
Historic traditional brasserie known for Geneva classics, generous portions, and an old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
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Geneva is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are costly, though efficient public transport and supermarket meals can reduce visitor spending.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round taxi fares up slightly; in cafes, round up or leave small change.
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Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Geneva.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Geneva, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving overpriced taxi rides can occur, so using official taxis or ride-sharing apps is recommended. Additionally, travelers should be wary of distraction techniques used by thieves and avoid sharing personal information with strangers. Overall, Geneva is considered safe, but maintaining vigilance in busy areas helps prevent common safety issues.
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva
Most Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Geneva buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Lyon
Arrival bus stations in Geneva
Geneve, Place DorcièrePlace Dorciere, 1201 Geneve, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Geneve, Place Dorcière from Geneva city centre
Bus20, 3, 5 · 11m · €10 · every ~36 min
Geneve, Place Dorcière bus station facilities and services
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare RoutièrePlace Dorciere, 1201 Geneve, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Genève, Gare Routière from Geneva city centre
Bus20, 3, 5, 92 · 3m · €10 · every ~42 min
Tram12, 17 · 3m · €8 · every ~7 min
Genève, Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, AéroportRoute de l'Aeroport, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Genève, Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus274 · 19m · €4 · every ~2 min
10 · 20m · €9 · every ~11 min
5, 10 · 27m · €9 · every ~24 min
Genève, Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
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