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Geneva to Cannes train

Book a train ticket Geneva - Cannes

Train timetable info Geneva-Cannes

Travel by train from Geneva to Cannes. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Geneva at 5h 14m and the last at 16h 28m, allowing you to cover the 678 km distance in as little as 5h 58m.

Cheap train tickets Geneva Cannes

How much does a train ticket from Geneva to Cannes cost?

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Geneva to Cannes take?

The Geneva to Cannes journey takes just 8h 13m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Geneva to Cannes?

Allow 5h 58m to travel between Geneva and Cannes on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Geneva to Cannes each day?

To travel from Geneva to Cannes, you can take one of the 10 trains that operate on this route every day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Geneva and Cannes?

Between Geneva and Cannes, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Geneva and Cannes by train?

The total distance between Geneva and Cannes by train is approximately 678 km.

What time is the first train from Geneva to Cannes?

Take a morning journey on the Geneva to Cannes train departing at 5h 14m.

What time is the last train from Geneva to Cannes?

You have until 16h 28m to take the last train.

To leave Geneva, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

At Cannes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: CANNES.

Which train companies operate trains from Geneva to Cannes?

You can make the Geneva to Cannes journey with TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Intercités.

What services are offered on board?

Travelling with children? Good news: with OUIGO, child tickets have a fixed fare. Children under 4 travel for free on an accompanying adult’s lap. You can also bring up to 2 pushchairs per journey for free.

If you choose INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy breakfast with various hot or cold drink options, and a pastry. As there is no bar car on INTERCITÉS trains, your breakfast will be served directly at your seat by a host or hostess: there’s no need to get up.

If you choose TGV INOUI, on some trains, you will benefit from a freely accessible workspace. This area is located between two second-class carriages. You will find a table with a power outlet to work in complete tranquillity.

With TGV Lyria, choose the class that best suits your needs and will guarantee you the best travel experience: STANDARD, PREMIÈRE or PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

Take a train from Geneva to Cannes

The train journey between Geneva and Cannes is with TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Intercités. Trains generally leave from GENEVE CORNAVIN and arrive at CANNES.

Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 5h 58m, while the average journey time is 8h 13m.

10 trains on average run every day on the Geneva - Cannes line. The first train leaves as 5h 14m, and the last at 16h 28m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Geneva - Cannes train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Cannes?

The price of a Geneva – Cannes train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Geneva to Cannes thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Cannes.

Price of a Geneva – Cannes Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Geneva to Cannes, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Geneva to Cannes, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Geneva – Cannes

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Geneva – Cannes Train

The best way to pay less for your Geneva to Cannes train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Geneva to Cannes, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Geneva to Cannes and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Cannes on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Geneva - Cannes

If you're travelling from Geneva to Cannes, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Geneva to Cannes with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Geneva - Cannes

To travel from Geneva to Cannes, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Geneva to Cannes by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Geneva - Cannes

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Geneva to Cannes route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • PRM access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Geneva-Cannes Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 14m 12h 32m 7h 18m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96550
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 43 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6805
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Toulon
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
6h 14m 13h 28m 7h 14m TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96552
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Meximieux - Perouges
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5102
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • 46 min
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
    OUIGO 7851
  • Toulon
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
8h 34m 14h 32m 5h 58m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9756
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 31 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TGV INOUI 6173
  • Toulon
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
9h 29m 16h 03m 6h 34m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96558
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 16 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 12402 - TGV INOUI 5332
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 32 min
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17483
  • Toulon
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
10h 29m 19h 32m 9h 03m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9768
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 28 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6177
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Toulon
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
11h 28m 18h 03m 6h 35m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96562
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 21 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6813
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 23 min
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17487
  • Toulon
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
12h 29m 21h 32m 9h 03m TGV Lyria, OUIGO
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9770
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 28 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7853
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Toulon
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Cannes
13h 29m 21h 10m 7h 41m TER, OUIGO
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96566
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    OUIGO 7835
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h10
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TER 17493
  • Toulon
  • Carnoules
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
15h 29m 22h 10m 6h 41m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96570
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5537 - TGV INOUI 12177
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Toulon
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes
16h 28m 8h 31m 16h 03m TGV Lyria, Intercités
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9776
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h43
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 5781
  • Marseille Blancarde
  • Toulon
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Cannes