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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Rotterdam is to bus via Colmar which costs €65 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 2h 7m and costs €75 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station and arriving at Rotterdam via Colmar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Bellegarde, Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Geneva to Rotterdam?

The distance between Geneva and Rotterdam is 736 km. The road distance is 797 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 19m and costs €250 - €450.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Geneva to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Rotterdam bus from?

Geneva to Rotterdam bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Rotterdam train from?

Geneva to Rotterdam train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Bellegarde station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Geneva to Rotterdam is to train via Paris which takes 8h 19m and costs €250 - €450. Alternatively, you can bus via Colmar, which costs €65 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Geneva to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Geneva to Rotterdam bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Colmar station.

Where does the Geneva to Rotterdam train arrive?

Geneva to Rotterdam train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Rotterdam is 797 km. It takes approximately 9h 20m to drive from Geneva to Rotterdam.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Geneva to Rotterdam - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Geneva to Rotterdam by plane, train, train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, 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 to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane GVA - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2h 7m
€76–221
Bus via Colmar
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Colmarbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Colmar to Rotterdambus BlaBlaCar Bus
15h 30m
€68–127
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
8h 19m
€257–444
Drive 797 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Rotterdamcar 797 km
9h 20m
€141–203
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane GVA - BRU
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3h 32m
€85–216
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Eindhoventrain 43N
4. Take the train from Eindhoven to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
14h 42m
€220–550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Brussels-North train stationbus FlixBus N839
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 813 / ...
16h 22m
€70–120

Geneva to Rotterdam by train

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8h 19mAverage Duration

€257Cheapest Price

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Distance: 735.7 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Genève to Rotterdam Centraal via Bellegarde, Paris Gare de Lyon, and Paris Nord in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Rotterdam via Colmar in around 15h 30m.

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