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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Novara is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Novara is to fly and train which takes 2h 30m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Novara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Novara. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Novara?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Novara. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Novara via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Geneva to Novara?

The distance between Geneva and Novara is 251 km. The road distance is 272.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Novara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs €19 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Geneva to Novara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Novara bus from?

Geneva to Novara bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Novara train from?

Geneva to Novara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Novara?

The best way to get from Geneva to Novara is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €280 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Geneva to Novara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geneva to Novara train arrive?

Geneva to Novara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Novara is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Geneva to Novara.

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

Book your Geneva to Novara train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Novara?

There are 14+ hotels available in Novara.

Geneva to Novara - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Novara by plane, train, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane GVA - MXP
2. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Novara Nordtrain
2h 30m
€78–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Novarabus FlixBus 507 / ...
4h 49m
€19–40
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Novaratrain Re
5h 41m
€101–272
Drive 272.2 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Novaracar 272.2 km
3h 7m
€48–69

Geneva to Novara by bus

32Weekly Buses

4h 49mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Geneva to Novara.

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Distance: 250.7 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Novara, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Novara 3 times a day. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 4h 49m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Novara via Domodossola in around 5h 41m.

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