- Must visit
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
$108
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h
Buses per day
17
Distance
623 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Geneva will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Of the 17 buses that leave Barcelona for Geneva on Fri, Aug 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct buses cover the 623 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest buses will take 11 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 387 miles (623 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $137 Average price | $122 Average price | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Geneva:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Geneva costing on average $122 (€98).
A bus is $77 (€62) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Geneva costing on average $137 (€110).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 46m.
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€48) compared to roughly $174 (€140) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $114 (€91). The journey takes 7h 46m versus 7h 46m 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.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $234 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $234 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Geneva buses for today, Thursday, August 20. 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 | 6:05 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 16h40 | 10:45 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h00 | 6:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h10 | 9:05 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
3154 | 8:10 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h15 | 6:25 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h20 | 10:45 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 11h10 | 8:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 14h40 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h45 | 9:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h40 | 8:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h10 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 9:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 21 | |||||
83134 · 1717 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 1:15 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h30 | 8:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
3177 | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h15 | 10:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h00 | 11:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 15h15 | 5:50 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h40 | 5:50 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 15h10 | 6:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Geneva run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 387 miles (623 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 387 miles (623 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Geneva — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Geneva trip today.
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
An international museum explaining the Red Cross, humanitarian action, and human rights through strong multimedia exhibitions.
An inventive museum of clocks, watches, automata, and enamels that highlights Geneva’s world-famous watchmaking heritage.
Geneva’s historic heart has narrow lanes, small squares, and centuries of architecture, making it the city’s essential walking district.
A lakeside promenade with gardens, monuments, and classic views of the Jet d’Eau, perfect for an easy first walk in Geneva.
A scenic lakeside English-style garden known for flowers, waterfront paths, and the famous Flower Clock near the city center.
Melted cheese fondue shared from a communal pot, usually with bread. A classic Romandy winter dish strongly tied to Geneva dining culture.
Raclette is melted cheese scraped onto potatoes, pickles, and onions. It is a beloved Swiss alpine specialty widely enjoyed in Geneva.
A comforting potato and cheese gratin from western Switzerland. Geneva versions often feature local tomme or Gruyère-style cheeses.
Refined fine dining by Lake Geneva with polished service and French-influenced cuisine in an elegant luxury hotel setting.
Elegant gastronomic restaurant inside Hotel Beau-Rivage, known for classic French technique, seasonal menus, and formal lakeside dining.
Historic traditional brasserie known for Geneva classics, generous portions, and an old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Geneva is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are costly, though efficient public transport and supermarket meals can reduce visitor spending.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round taxi fares up slightly; in cafes, round up or leave small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Geneva by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Geneva buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
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.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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