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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Vienna is to bus which costs €50 - €120 and takes 14h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Vienna is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs €80 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Wien Hbf via Zuerich Hb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Geneva to Vienna?

The distance between Geneva and Vienna is 836 km. The road distance is 968.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 11h 45m and costs €150 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Geneva to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geneva to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Vienna?

The best way to get from Geneva to Vienna is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs €80 - €220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €270 and takes 11h 45m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 14h 20m.

Where does the Geneva to Vienna bus arrive?

Geneva to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Geneva to Vienna train arrive?

Geneva to Vienna train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Vienna is 968 km. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Geneva to Vienna.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4704+ hotels available in Vienna.

Geneva to Vienna - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Vienna by plane, train, 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
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)GVA - VIE
1h 59m
€80–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)N882 / ...
14h 20m
€50–120
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien HbfRjx
11h 45m
€156–265
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Salzburg Hbf
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien WestbahnhofDrf / ...
13h 37m
Drive 968.5 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Vienna968.5 km
9h 48m
€166–240

Geneva to Vienna by train

39Weekly Trains

11h 45mAverage Duration

€156Cheapest Price

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Distance: 836.5 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines, Swiss, and two other airlines fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Wien Hbf via Zürich HB and Zuerich Hb in around 11h 45m.

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