What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Geneva?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 140 and takes 15h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Geneva?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Geneva is to train and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Geneva via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Genève via Basel SBB and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Essen to Geneva?

The distance between Essen and Geneva is 600 km. The road distance is 721.5 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Geneva without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 290.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Geneva?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Essen to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Geneva bus from?

Essen to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Geneva train from?

Essen to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Geneva?

The best way to get from Essen to Geneva is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 140 and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Essen to Geneva bus arrive?

Essen to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Essen to Geneva train arrive?

Essen to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Essen to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Geneva is 721 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Essen to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Geneva?

Book your Essen to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Geneva?

Book your Essen to Geneva bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Essen to Geneva - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Geneva by train, plane, bus, night train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane DUS - GVA
3h 56m
CHF 85–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Genevabus N122
15h 25m
CHF 45–137
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain 43
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
8h 50m
CHF 136–282
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Basel Sbbnighttrain Nj
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
4. Take the train from Bern to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
12h 50m
CHF 109–420
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
4h 55m
CHF 127–308
Drive 721.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Genevacar 721.5 km
8h 39m
CHF 117–169

Essen to Geneva by train

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8h 50mAverage Duration

CHF 136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 600.2 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Geneva, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Genève via Basel SBB and Bern in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Geneva 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 40–80 and the journey takes 13h 20m.

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