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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$197
Fastest journey
10 h 2 m
Average duration
11 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hendaye to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hendaye to Geneva will cost around $197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
It's difficult to get from Hendaye to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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9763Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hendaye to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 434 miles (699 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price | $301 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Hendaye to Geneva:
A bus is $118 (€118) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hendaye to Geneva costing on average $187 (€187).
A bus is $177 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hendaye to Geneva costing on average $246 (€246).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 40m.
Bus takes on average 12h 5m.
Tickets start at around $187 (€187) compared to roughly $301 (€301) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $114 (€114). The journey takes 11h 40m versus 9h 12m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hendaye to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8534+ 9777+ F51 (866506) | 8:55 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 10h34 | 7:29 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
8534+ 9777 | 9:27 AM Hendaye station | 10h02 | 7:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8536+ 9781+ D51 (866404) | 10:07 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 11h22 | 9:29 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
8536+ 9781 | 11:02 AM Hendaye station | 10h27 | 9:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hendaye to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€80) but you can travel from only $50 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average train duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€80) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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Most Hendaye to Geneva trains use the Hendaye to Genève station pair. Use this guide to compare Hendaye and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hendaye is 2 km from Hendaye city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendaye has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendaye.
Les Deux-Jumeaux has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux.
Available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: Ramps, restrooms.
Genève has practical services for this route, including 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, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
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