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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$77
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$83
Fastest journey on Sep 14
13 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
14 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 14
4
Distance
648 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ancona to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Geneva will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Ancona to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, while a flight costs an average of $773.
Distance: 402 miles (648 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $773 Average price | $337 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Geneva:
A train is $71 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Geneva costing on average $132.
A train is $712 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Geneva costing on average $773.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
Tickets start at around $132 compared to roughly $337 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $205. The journey takes 12h 19m versus 7h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Geneva buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 18h00 | 10:45 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 13h10 | 8:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 18h10 | 1:05 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 14h40 | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 14h40 | 10:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 13h30 | 4:15 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Ancona to Geneva run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $24 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 402 miles (648 km) distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 402 miles (648 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 3:12 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Most Ancona to Geneva buses use the Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port) is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port). ATMs are available at Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port).
Ticket office support is available at Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port).
Available at Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona, Via Einaudi Luigi / Via del Lavoro ( Port): Basic accessibility features available.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
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