- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$200
Average price
$281
Fastest journey
9 h 9 m
Average duration
12 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
701 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $281 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $200.
It's difficult to get from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale Veloce 2130 · SFM3 26972+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296
Intercity 662+
EuroCity 150+
9234
Intercity 662+
EuroCity 150+
9234
Regionale Veloce 2130 · SFM3 26972+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296
Intercity 662+
EuroCity 150+
9234
Intercity 662+
EuroCity 150+
9234Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 435 miles (701 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $366 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $144 (€118).
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $154 (€126).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 14m.
Bus takes on average 10h 31m.
The journey is about 1h 18m faster (8h 14m by train vs 9h 32m by car) and roughly $223 (€182) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($144 (€118) vs $366 (€300)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 662+ EuroCity 150+ 9234 | 9:18 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 13h26 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€77) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:27, the last at 12:44. The fastest train covers the 435 miles (701 km) distance in 8h 52m.
Distance 435 miles (701 km) |
Average train duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€77) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 52m |
First train 11:27 AM |
Last train 12:44 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Major museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum with a bold inside-out design and strong permanent collections.
One of Paris’s most atmospheric districts, known for historic streets, boutiques, galleries, and lively public spaces.
Classic Paris garden with formal lawns, statues, fountains, and a relaxed Left Bank atmosphere.
Elegant planned square with arcades, red-brick mansions, and one of the city’s most pleasant places to stroll or rest.
Classic Parisian onion soup topped with bread and melted cheese, long associated with traditional brasseries and late-night dining in the capital.
A staple of Paris brasseries: grilled steak served with fries, valued for its simplicity and strong connection to everyday French dining culture.
A beloved Paris café sandwich of ham, bread, béchamel, and melted cheese, often eaten as a quick lunch in bistros and cafés.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famed for its ornate Belle Époque dining rooms and classic French cuisine.
Well-known brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, popular for seafood, Alsatian touches, and dependable service in a lively station-side setting.
Established French restaurant inside the Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon, known for polished modern brasserie cooking in a quieter setting.
Prices around Gare de Lyon are high by French standards, especially for hotels and sit-down dining, though bakeries and chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated but not expected.
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Paris Gare de Lyon -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa Piazza Principe and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Pra is 11 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Pra has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Genova Pra.
ATMs are available at Genova Pra.
Available at Genova Pra: WC.
Available at Genova Pra: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Pra.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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