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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Geneva is to bus via Lyon which costs SFr 65 - SFr 140 and takes 19h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Geneva is to fly which takes 4h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Geneva station. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station via Bilbao and Lyon - Perrache Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Geneve via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Barcelona-Sants and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 50m.

How far is it from Santander to Geneva?

The distance between Santander and Geneva is 842 km. The road distance is 1089.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Geneva without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 21m and costs SFr 200 - SFr 450.

Where do I catch the Santander to Geneva bus from?

Santander to Geneva bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Geneva train from?

Santander to Geneva train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Geneva?

The best way to get from Santander to Geneva is to fly which takes 4h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 160 and takes 19h 17m, you could also train, which costs SFr 180 - SFr 390 and takes 16h 50m.

How long is the flight from Santander to Geneva?

There is no direct flight from Santander Airport Airport to Geneva International Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h and has one stopover.

Where does the Santander to Geneva bus arrive?

Santander to Geneva bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Santander to Geneva train arrive?

Santander to Geneva train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Geneva is 1089 km. It takes approximately 11h 14m to drive from Santander to Geneva.

Which airlines fly from Santander Airport Airport to Geneva International Airport Airport?

Volotea, easyJet, Vueling Airlines and Iberia offer flights from Santander Airport Airport to Geneva International Airport Airport.

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

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

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Santander to Geneva - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Santander to Geneva?

It takes approximately 4h to fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Geneva by plane, bus, train, car, or train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV)

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

Fly from Santander Airport
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane SDR - GVA
4h
CHF 55–260
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BIO - GVA
5h 42m
CHF 53–188
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2train Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Genevetrain Tgv
14h 21m
CHF 205–445
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Annemassebus FlixBus N1156
19h 17m
CHF 78–151
Drive 1,089.2 km
1. Drive from Santander to Genevacar 1,089.2 km
11h 14m
CHF 176–253
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
4. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
16h 50m
CHF 182–381
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
19h 25m
CHF 68–131

Santander to Geneva by bus, foot, train, and subway

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14h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 842.3 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Geneva, Switzerland?

Vueling Airlines, Iberia, and two other airlines fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Genève-Eaux-Vives via Bilbao Intermodal, Bilbao, Annemasse, and Annemasse in around 19h 17m.

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