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Travelling from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by train

Looking to travel from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 34 minutes to travel from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 58 minutes though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 204 miles (329 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Genève Cornavin. You'll probably be hopping onto a TGV Lyria train to get to Genève Cornavin, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin.

If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Genève Cornavin by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by train

First train

06:36

Last train

20:16

Departure station

Marseille St-Charles

Arrival station

Genève Cornavin

Journey time

From 3h 58m

Distance

204 miles (329 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, TGV Lyria

FAQs about the train journey from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin

Want to know more about your journey from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin?

You can get from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by train in 6 hours and 34 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 58 minutes. You can also take the bus from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin take?

The average journey time by train between Marseille St-Charles and Genève Cornavin is 6 hours and 34 minutes, with around 14 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Is it possible to get a high-speed train from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin?

Yes, it is possible to travel on a high-speed train from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin. There are often different amenities available on board high-speed trains from TGV Lyria - take a look at the classes and onboard services. The fastest trip on a high-speed train can take 3 hours and 58 minutes.

What's the fastest journey time between Marseille St-Charles and Genève Cornavin by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin is 3 hours and 58 minutes.

TGV Lyria trains from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin

You can travel from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin on TGV Lyria trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

PhotoChabe01, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).

TGV Lyria classes from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin

Compare the different travel classes offered by TGV Lyria when travelling from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin.

Onboard services on TGV Lyria

Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin.

LuggageLuggageLuggage

You can take luggage on board TGV Lyria trains without worrying about weight restrictions, so long as you're able to carry it yourself.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

There are two refreshment options on board TGV Lyria trains:

Le Deli: Available in the café-bar carriage or at your seat, with a STANDARD or STANDARD 1ÈRE TGV Lyria ticket.
La Table: A French-Swiss dining experience available with a BUSINESS 1ÈRE TGV Lyria ticket.

WiFiWiFiEntertainment

Free WiFi is available on board. To get online, connect to the network _WIFI_LYRIA when you're on the train and go to the TGV Lyria Portal in your browser.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerTravel with children

Families can reserve two different areas on the train:

The Family Square, located in carriages 6, 16, 7 or 17 in STANDARD (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a pushchair.
Club 4, which is also a set of 4 seats facing one another around a table.

You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table and bottle-warming station, on the upper deck of carriages 7 and 17, close to the Family Space.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeBikes

Bikes are allowed on board, so long as they're folded or their wheels are detached. Bikes must also be placed in suitable storage cases (no larger than 130 x 90 cm).

PetPetPets

Small pets may travel with TGV Lyria, as long as they are carried in a carrier or container no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7.

Dogs on a lead may travel on TGV Lyria trains, but they must be muzzled throughout the journey and placed by your feet. Passengers must pay a flat-rate ticket fee of €20.

WheelchairWheelchairSpecial Assistance

2 seats in carriages 1 or 11 in First Class are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. You can request one of these seats when making your booking. If these spaces are no longer available, you can reserve a standard seat. You can also reserve assistance at the train station for help folding and storing your wheelchair.

InfoInfoOther

You can travel with musical instruments if they're stored in a case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. If you're going skiing, snowboards and skis are allowed on board (one pair of skis or one snowboard per person). They must be stored in their covers.

Cheap train tickets from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Marseille St-Charles to Genève Cornavin by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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