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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Geneva is to train and fly which costs SFr 60 - SFr 180 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Geneva is to train and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Geneva station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Geneve via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Reading to Geneva?

The distance between Reading and Geneva is 801 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 550.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Reading to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Geneva bus from?

Reading to Geneva bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Geneva train from?

Reading to Geneva train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Geneva?

The best way to get from Reading to Geneva is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 230 and takes 19h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Geneva bus arrive?

Reading to Geneva bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Geneva?

Geneva is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 1:28 PM in Reading and 2:28 PM in Geneva.

Where does the Reading to Geneva train arrive?

Reading to Geneva train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 1252+ hotels available in Geneva.

Reading to Geneva - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Geneva by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LHR - GVA
4h 27m
CHF 85–247
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LGW - GVA
5h 1m
CHF 63–174
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to GeneveTgv
8h 32m
CHF 125–527
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Station
19h 6m
CHF 70–221
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Geneva
9h 55m
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LCY - GVA
4h 58m
CHF 110–339
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LTN - GVA
5h 21m
CHF 64–230
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BRS - GVA
5h 19m
CHF 64–302
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junction
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)700
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Geneva479
20h 8m
CHF 76–207
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Geneva
10h 57m
CHF 171–264

Reading to Geneva by train and subway

55Weekly Services

8h 32mAverage Duration

CHF 125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 800.5 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Geneva, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Reading to Geneve via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Geneva - Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria, Paris, and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 19h 6m.

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