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Information about the Geneva to Sète train

Travel by train from Geneva to Sète. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Geneva at 5h 14m and the last at 17h 24m, allowing you to cover the 505 km distance in as little as 4h 57m.

Cheap train tickets from Geneva to Sète

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

Save on travel by booking your ticket in advance. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

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

On average, allow 5h 43m for a train journey from Geneva to Sète.

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

Allow 4h 57m to travel between Geneva and Sète on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Geneva to Sète each day?

Every day, you can choose from the 7 trains that run on the Geneva – Sète journey.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Geneva and Sète.

What is the distance between Geneva and Sète by train?

The rail connection between Geneva and Sète is approximately 505 km.

What time is the first train from Geneva to Sète?

The first Geneva to Sète train departs at 5h 14m.

What time is the last train from Geneva to Sète?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 17h 24m.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: SETE.

Which train companies operate trains from Geneva to Sète?

You can make the Geneva to Sète journey with TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on TGV INOUI with young children, enjoy the nursery area and its changing table. You can also warm bottles in the bar carriage.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

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

The price of a Geneva – Sète 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 Sète 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 Sète.

Price of a Geneva – Sète Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Sète: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Geneva to Sète at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Geneva – Sète

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 – Sète Train

The best way to pay less for your Geneva to Sète 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 Sète, 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 Sète and alternative routes

For your journey to Sète, if a direct train is available from Geneva, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Geneva to Sète?

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

TER

Travel from Geneva to Sète 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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What travel classes are available on the Geneva to Sète train?

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

TER

Travel from Geneva to Sète 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.

What on-board services are available on the Geneva to Sète train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Geneva to Sète 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.

Which stations does the train from Geneva to Sète depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Genève-Cornavin

Geneva-Cornavin station, often called Cornavin station, is an international station and the main railway station of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the city and the surrounding region: arriving at Geneva station, you are 10 minutes' walk from Lake Geneva and its famous Jet d'Eau. By tram, you can easily reach the Palais des Nations.

How do I get to Geneva station?

Geneva Cornavin station is very well served by public transport. Around ten TPG (Transports Publics Genevois) bus lines serve the station, allowing you to get to the city centre quickly. Three Geneva tram lines (lines 14, 15 and 18) also serve the station, taking you to various sights in the city. If you are a cyclist, the Montbrillant Vélostation is a few steps from Geneva station.

What are the main destinations from Geneva station?

From Geneva, enjoy a wide range of journeys within Switzerland and abroad. TGV Lyria offers many journeys every day to France, via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine and Bourg-en-Bresse. In Switzerland, many trains will take you to Montreux, Vevey, Geneva Airport, Lausanne, Lucerne, Fribourg, Annemasse and Bellegarde-sur-Valserine.

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Geneva to Sète train schedule for Wednesday 28 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 14m 10h 32m 5h 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
  • Connection: 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6805
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6221
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Sete
7h 24m 13h 08m 5h 44m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96554
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 18 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5300
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 1h04
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 86985
  • Nimes Centre
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Lunel
  • Baillargues
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Frontignan
  • Sete
9h 24m 14h 31m 5h 07m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96558
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6823 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9812
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 6229
  • Sete
11h 24m 17h 07m 5h 43m TER, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96562
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 44 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 34 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 86989
  • Nimes Centre
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Lunel
  • Baillargues
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Frontignan
  • Sete
13h 24m 20h 09m 6h 45m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96566
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 1h48
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9879
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Connection: 44 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 76429
  • Frontignan
  • Sete
15h 24m 20h 21m 4h 57m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96570
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6825
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Sete
17h 24m 23h 50m 6h 26m TER, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96574
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9836 - TGV INOUI 12536
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Connection: 1h02
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TER 57005
  • Frontignan
  • Sete