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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 100 and takes 10h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Genève via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Mainz to Geneva?

The distance between Mainz and Geneva is 489 km. The road distance is 570.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Geneva without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 8h 5m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Mainz to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Geneva train from?

Mainz to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Geneva?

The best way to get from Mainz to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can train via Mannheim, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 260 and takes 8h 5m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 100 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Mainz to Geneva train arrive?

Mainz to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Geneva is 570 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Mainz to Geneva.

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

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz to Geneva by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
3h 34m
CHF 107–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Genevabus N122
10h 22m
CHF 39–96
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
4. Take the train from Bern to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
8h 5m
CHF 94–253
Drive 570.2 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Genevacar 570.2 km
5h 19m
CHF 92–133
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Basel SBBtrain
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
8h 40m
CHF 107–283

Mainz to Geneva by train

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Distance: 488.9 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Lufthansa, Swiss, and Air Dolomiti fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Genève via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, and Bern in around 8h 5m.

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