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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Geneva to Pontcharra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Pontcharra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Pontcharra:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Pontcharra costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Pontcharra take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.59 (€-6.94). The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why should you book Geneva to Pontcharra trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER to find the best option for your trip from Geneva to Pontcharra.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Geneva to Pontcharra.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Pontcharra
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Pontcharra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 7:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER from Geneva to Pontcharra trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER trains will get you between Geneva and Pontcharra from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Pontcharra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Pontcharra 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 Pontcharra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Pontcharra
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
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingMore options for your journey from Geneva to Pontcharra
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