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Compare train and bus for Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 15, while a bus costs an average of CHF 15.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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CHF 15 Average price Cheapest | CHF 7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains
Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around CHF 15 compared to roughly CHF 7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -CHF 8. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains
How to get from Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
R L1 23312 | 233127:31 AM 0h58 Geneva station 8:29 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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R L1 23312 | 233127:31 AM 0h58 Geneva station 8:29 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
R L1 23312 | 233127:31 AM 0h58 Geneva station 8:29 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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R L1 23332 | 233327:01 AM 0h58 Geneva station 7:59 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 0 transfers
R L3 23458 | 23458 · TER 884505 | 8845058:31 AM 0h58 Geneva station 9:29 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 1 transfer
R L1 23314 | 233149:31 AM 0h58 Geneva station 10:29 AM Thonon-les-Bains station CHF 17 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Thonon-les-Bains as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Genève, Gare Routière and arrive in Thonon-les-Bains, Bd du Canal (Bus Visiteurs).
- Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Thonon-les-Bains by bus.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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