Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Tours will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 5 trains that leave Geneva for Tours on Mon, Jul 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 44 m 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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€137 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest |
6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 05:01 |
Last train 18:29 |
For as little as $72 (€58) you can travel by train from Geneva to Tours with SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI and SNCF Intercités. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service that operates between France and Switzerland. It is operated by SNCF in France and SBB in Switzerland. The TGV Lyria offers two types of trains: the TGV Duplex and the TGV POS. The TGV Duplex is a double-decker train with a capacity of up to 574 passengers, while the TGV POS is a single-level train with a capacity of up to 468 passengers. Both trains offer comfortable seating, air-conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The TGV Lyria offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most economical, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the TGV Lyria Lounge. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and a selection of newspapers and magazines. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks, and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV Lyria are Paris to Geneva, Paris to Lausanne, and Paris to Basel. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France and Switzerland.
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