Lyon to Geneva by bus
Geneva lies 112 km (70 mi) north-east of Lyon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 137 km (85 mi) of road.
| Lyon | Geneva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | Switzerland |
| Population | 520,774 | 201,741 |
| Elevation | 173 m (568 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
What changes when you arrive in Geneva
Crossing from France into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Lyon to Geneva
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Staying in Geneva
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Common questions
How far is Geneva from Lyon?
112 km (70 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lyon; by road roughly 137 km (85 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Geneva by bus?
About 2 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lyon and Geneva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Geneva?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.