There are 6 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.
Recommended option
Fly to Geneva • 4h 14m
SFr 77 - SFr 170
Cheapest option
Bus via Sankt Pölten • 16h 20m
SFr 57 - SFr 68
4 alternative options
Fly to Zurich, train • 6h 59m
SFr 171 - SFr 375
Train • 11h 3m
SFr 232 - SFr 344
Bus • 18h 40m
Drive • 9h 31m
SFr 110 - SFr 170
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Switzerland from Austria
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside EU Schengen Area with the above exceptions. United Kingdom are also restricted
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Conditions of entry into Switzerland from Austria
- No Covid-19 testing required
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- No Covid-19 testing required
Italy: Veneto
Germany: Saxony
This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
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Rules to follow in Switzerland
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Considerations leaving from Austria
The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Switzerland is currently allowed from Austria.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Geneva is 0041 58 463 00 00.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Geneva is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Geneva is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0041 58 463 00 00.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from Switzerland.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 19 Jan 2021
Exceptions may apply, for full details: Swiss Federal Office of Public Health.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to bus via Sankt Pölten which costs 50€ - 65€ and takes 16h 20m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to fly which costs 70€ - 160€ and takes 4h 14m.
No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Vienna Central Station and arriving at Geneva via Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.
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 3m.
The distance between Vienna and Geneva is 803 km. The road distance is 999.4 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 11h 3m and costs 210€ - 320€.
It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Vienna to Geneva, including transfers.
Vienna to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Vienna Central Station.
Vienna to Geneva train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Geneva is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs 70€ - 160€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 210€ - 320€ and takes 11h 3m, you could also bus via Sankt Pölten, which costs 50€ - 65€ and takes 16h 20m.
- Distance: 803.4 km
- Duration: 4h 14m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Geneva, Switzerland?
easyJet, Austrian Airlines and two other airlines fly from Vienna to Geneva once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vienna to Geneva via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 11h 3m.
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 330
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 360
Flights from Vienna to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 370
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 330
Flights from Vienna to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 370
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 150 - SFr 410
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 330
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 40 - SFr 160
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 Zürich HB to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 46m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 150
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 140 - SFr 200
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
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 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna, Vienna Central Station to Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 7 - SFr 9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str. to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 60
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +421 2 55422734
- info@slovaklines.sk
- Website
- slovaklines.sk
Bus from Wien Hbf to Bratislava
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 4 - SFr 7
- Schedules at
- slovaklines.sk
- Website
- turancar.sk
Bus from Bratislava to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Schedules at
- turancar.sk
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Geneva Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 35m.
Vienna to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.
Vienna to Geneva train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Genève station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Geneva is 999 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Vienna to Geneva.
easyJet, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and Swiss offer flights from Vienna Airport to Geneva Airport.
There are 553+ hotels available in Geneva. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to line 9011 train which takes 16 min and costs 12€.