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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Parma is to bus which costs €30 - €90 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Parma is to fly and train which takes 4h 32m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Parma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Parma. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Parma?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Parma. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Parma via Domodossola and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Geneva to Parma?

The distance between Geneva and Parma is 443 km. The road distance is 441.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Parma without a car is to bus via Annemasse which takes 6h 28m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Geneva to Parma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Parma bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geneva to Parma train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Parma?

The best way to get from Geneva to Parma is to bus via Annemasse which takes 6h 28m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €160 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Geneva to Parma bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geneva to Parma train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Parma?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Parma is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Geneva to Parma.

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

Book your Geneva to Parma train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Parma?

There are 789+ hotels available in Parma.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Geneva to Parma by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or train

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

Bus via Annemasse
best
1. Take the bus from Annemasse to Parmabus
6h 28m
€39–58
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus N1479 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Parmabus N551 / ...
8h 10m
€24–70
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Parmatrain Ic
7h 50m
€68–157
Drive 441.3 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Parmacar 441.3 km
4h 41m
€75–109
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane GVA - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Parmatrain
4h 32m
€74–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Parmabus 507
7h 50m
€30–90

Geneva to Parma by train and bus

2Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.6 km
Duration: 6h 28m

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

Sellitto operates a bus from Annemasse to Parma twice a week. Tickets cost €29–40 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Parma via Domodossola and Milano Centrale in around 7h 50m.

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