There are 7 ways to get from Brussels to Geneva by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Paris • 5h 43m
Cheapest option
Bus • 11h 55m
5 alternative options
Train • 6h 40m
Bus, train • 11h 24m
Drive • 7h 21m
Fly from Brussels • 3h 59m
Train to Amsterdam Schiphol, fly • 5h 22m
Brussels to Geneva by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Geneva is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 11h 55m.
The quickest way to get from Brussels to Geneva is to fly which costs €45 - €180 and takes 3h 59m.
No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Geneva station. However, there are services departing from Brussels City Center - Midi Train station and arriving at Geneva - Bus station via Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Geneve via Gare du Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
The distance between Brussels and Geneva is 533 km. The road distance is 768.3 km.
The best way to get from Brussels to Geneva without a car is to train via Paris which takes 5h 43m and costs €150 - €270.
It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Brussels to Geneva, including transfers.
Brussels to Geneva bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Brussels City Center - Midi Train station.
Brussels to Geneva train services, operated by Thalys, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
The best way to get from Brussels to Geneva is to train via Paris which takes 5h 43m and costs €150 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 11h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €180 and takes 3h 59m.
- Distance: 533.5 km
- Duration: 5h 43m
What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Geneva, Switzerland?
You can take a train from Brussels to Geneva via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels to Geneva via Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine in around 11h 55m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Brussels to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 240
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 310
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Brussels to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 280
Flights from Brussels to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 300
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 430
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 100 - SFr 550
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Brussels to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 280
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Brussels to Geneva via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 100 - SFr 350
Flights from Brussels to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 300
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 140 - SFr 390
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Geneva via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 450
- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 80 - SFr 160
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- SFr 80 - SFr 110
- Comfort
- SFr 90 - SFr 120
- Premium
- SFr 110 - SFr 160
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Schiphol Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 130
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- SFr 60 - SFr 85
- Comfort
- SFr 75 - SFr 100
- Premium
- SFr 90 - SFr 130
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 80 - SFr 110
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 80 - SFr 100
- 1st Class
- SFr 90 - SFr 110
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 43m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 160
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 110 - SFr 140
- 1st Class
- SFr 130 - SFr 160
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 50
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 40 - SFr 50
- 1st Class
- SFr 35 - SFr 45
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 21 - SFr 45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 21 - SFr 30
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 30 - SFr 45
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Bern to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 95
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Brussels South to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 21
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Paris to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 27 - SFr 35
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Brussels City Center - Midi Train station to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 12 - SFr 16
- Website
- Blablabus
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Geneva - Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 22
- Website
- Blablabus
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Brussels Airport to Geneva Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Brussels to Geneva bus services, operated by Blablabus, arrive at Geneva - Bus station.
Brussels to Geneva train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Geneve station.
Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Geneva is 768 km. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Brussels to Geneva.
Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, easyJet and Swiss offer flights from Brussels Airport to Geneva Airport.
Book your Brussels to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Brussels to Geneva bus tickets online with FlixBus.
There are 193+ hotels available in Geneva. Prices start at SFr 100 per night.
The best way to get from Brussels to Brussels Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €8 - €10.