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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 120 and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Geneva. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Genève via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

How far is it from Vienna to Geneva?

The distance between Vienna and Geneva is 836 km. The road distance is 970.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 11h 33m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Vienna to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Geneva bus from?

Vienna to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Geneva train from?

Vienna to Geneva train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Geneva?

The best way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 140 - SFr 250 and takes 11h 33m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 120 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Vienna to Geneva bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Geneva train arrive?

Vienna to Geneva train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Geneva is 970 km. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Vienna to Geneva.

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

Book your Vienna to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Vienna to Geneva bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Geneva.

Vienna to Geneva - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Vienna to Geneva by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane VIE - GVA
3h 51m
CHF 74–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Genevabus N882 / ...
14h 35m
CHF 45–120
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
11h 33m
CHF 148–243
Drive 970.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Genevacar 970.4 km
9h 50m
CHF 158–228

Vienna to Geneva by train

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11h 33mAverage Duration

CHF 148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 836.4 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Geneva, Switzerland?

Austrian Airlines, Swiss, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to Genève via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 11h 33m.

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