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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Geneva to Villefontaine
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Villefontaine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Villefontaine:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Villefontaine costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Villefontaine take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $34 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.38 (€-12.46). The journey takes 2h 21m versus 1h 40m 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.
Live departures
Geneva to Villefontaine train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Villefontaine trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:57 PM Geneva | 2h58 | 3:55 PM Villefontaine | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to find the best option for your trip from Geneva to Villefontaine.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Villefontaine
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Villefontaine run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:38, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 8:38 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Geneva to Villefontaine trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Geneva and Villefontaine from $12 (€10). 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
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FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Villefontaine
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Villefontaine 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 Villefontaine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Villefontaine
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
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