How to travel from Mâcon to Geneva

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Compare train and bus for Mâcon to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mâcon to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 62 miles (101 km)

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Driving

€57

Average price

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€90

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 32m

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30m

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4h 9m

Average total duration

3h 39m

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30m

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1h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Mâcon to Geneva is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Mâcon to Geneva:

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mâcon to Geneva costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Mâcon to Geneva is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mâcon and Geneva including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mâcon to Geneva among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €57 compared to roughly €90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €32. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 1h 48m 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.

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from Mâcon to Geneva

How to get from Mâcon to Geneva by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Mâcon to Geneva is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER886119 · 96514+SNCF | TGV INOUI6620
    12:36 PM4h05
    Mâcon station
    4:41 PMGeneva station
    €561One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER886119 · 96514+SNCF | TGV INOUI6620
    12:36 PM4h05
    Mâcon station
    4:41 PMGeneva station
    €561One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • TER96522+SNCF | TGV INOUI6621
    5:35 PM3h05
    Mâcon-Loché TGV
    8:40 PMGeneva station
    €581One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER96514+SNCF | TGV INOUI9877
    12:22 PM4h19
    Mâcon station
    4:41 PMGeneva station
    €581One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER96510+SNCF | Intercités4200
    11:28 AM3h12
    Mâcon station
    2:40 PMGeneva station
    €621One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9765+SNCF | Autocar30069
    9:04 AM4h32
    Mâcon station
    1:36 PMGeneva station
    €671One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Mâcon to Geneva

Travel to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mâcon to Geneva.

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There are 2 options to travel between Mâcon and Geneva including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Mâcon to Geneva is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Mâcon to Geneva:

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mâcon to Geneva costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Mâcon to Geneva is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 9m.

The distance from Mâcon to Geneva is approximately 62 miles (101 km).
The average frequency per day from Mâcon to Geneva is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mâcon and Geneva as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mâcon to Geneva:
  • Trains mostly depart from Mâcon station and arrive in Geneva station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mâcon to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Geneva by train.
Omio customers who travel from Mâcon to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Milan, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Geneva and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Geneva to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Geneva, explore the charming Old Town with its narrow streets and historical buildings, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the city and Alps, and visit the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Discover the vibrant Carouge district known for its bohemian atmosphere, and relax at Bains des Pâquis. Don't miss the Jet d'Eau fountain, St. Pierre Cathedral, Parc des Bastions, Palais des Nations, and Patek Philippe Museum.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Geneva's main attractions, including the Jet d'Eau, the United Nations Office, and the Old Town, while also enjoying the city's parks and museums.

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