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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Geneva. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Geneva. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Genève via Lindau-Reutin, Bregenz and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Munich to Geneva?

The distance between Munich and Geneva is 525 km. The road distance is 572.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 460.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Munich to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Geneva bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Geneva train from?

Munich to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich to Geneva?

The best way to get from Munich to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 160 - SFr 460 and takes 8h 25m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 9h.

Where does the Munich to Geneva bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Geneva train arrive?

Munich to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Geneva is 572 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Munich to Geneva.

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

Book your Munich to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Munich to Geneva bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 571+ hotels available in Geneva.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MUC - GVA
3h 53m
CHF 94–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Genevabus FlixBus N106 / ...
9h
CHF 35–65
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain 88
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
8h 25m
CHF 161–453
Drive 572.2 km
1. Drive from Munich to Genevacar 572.2 km
5h 54m
CHF 91–131
Bus via Munich Airport Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Munich Airport Terminal 2 to Geneva Bus Stationbus RegioJet 95
10h 18m
CHF 44–68

Munich to Geneva by train

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8h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 524.8 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, and Swiss fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Genève via Lindau-Reutin, Bregenz, and Zürich HB in around 8h 25m.

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