There are 9 ways to get from Milan to Geneva by train, bus, night train, night bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 4h 1m
Cheapest option
Bus • 6h 24m
7 alternative options
Train via Rho Fieramilano • 5h 15m
Night train • 5h 41m
Night bus • 6h 55m
Rideshare • 4h 3m
Drive • 3h 27m
Fly from Milan Linate • 2h 34m
Fly from Milan Malpensa • 6h 6m
Milan to Geneva by train
The train journey time between Milan and Geneva is around 4h 1m and covers a distance of around 367 km. Operated by Trenitalia EuroCity and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), the Milan to Geneva train service departs from Milano Centrale and arrives in Geneve. Typically 28 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Milan to Geneva is to bus which costs €12 - €21 and takes 6h 24m.
The quickest way to get from Milan to Geneva is to fly which costs €80 - €250 and takes 2h 34m.
No, there is no direct bus from Milan to Geneva. However, there are services departing from via orefici p.za cordusio and arriving at Geneva via Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Geneve. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.
It is 250 km from Milan to Geneva. It is approximately 316.3 km to drive.
The best way to get from Milan to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €110 - €200.
The train from Milano Centrale to Geneve takes 4h 1m including transfers and departs four times a day.
Milan to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Milan station.
Milan to Geneva train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Milano Centrale station.
The best way to get from Milan to Geneva is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €110 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 6h 24m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €250 and takes 2h 34m.
- Distance: 249.7 km
- Duration: 4h 1m
What companies run services between Milan, Italy and Geneva, Switzerland?
Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Milano Centrale to Geneve 4 times a day. Tickets cost SFr 80 - SFr 190 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Milan to Geneva 4 times a day. Tickets cost SFr 17 - SFr 21 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Blablabus also services this route twice daily.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Cagliari
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Alghero
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Monday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via London Gatwick
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 22m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Brindisi
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 260
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 380
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 41m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 430
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 53m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 160 - SFr 750
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Milan Linate to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 150 - SFr 370
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 750
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 140 - SFr 410
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 140 - SFr 410
- Website
- luxair.lu
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 650
- Website
- flysas.com
Flights from Milan Malpensa to Geneva via Copenhagen
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- SFr 190 - SFr 750
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Centrale to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 1m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 80 - SFr 190
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 80 - SFr 110
- 1st Class
- SFr 130 - SFr 190
Train from Rho-Fiera Milano to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 51m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 180
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 75 - SFr 110
- 1st Class
- SFr 130 - SFr 180
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Milano Centrale to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 33m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 200
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Night train from Milano Centrale to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 41m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 200
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Milan to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 21
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Milan to Geneva - Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 12 - SFr 16
- Website
- Blablabus
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Milan to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 3m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 25
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Milan Linate Airport to Geneva Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Milan to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.
Milan to Geneva train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Geneve station.
Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Geneva is 316 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Milan to Geneva.
Alitalia offers flights from Milan Linate Airport to Geneva Airport.
Book your Milan to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.
There are 194+ hotels available in Geneva. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Milan to Milan Linate Airport is to line 73 bus which takes 20 min and costs .