- Must visit
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Geneva’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, with major collections spanning antiquity to modern Swiss art. A strong choice for understanding the city’s cultural history.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 31 m
Buses per day
19
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 $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 19 buses that leave Barcelona for Geneva on Sat, May 23, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 623 km distance in an average of 10 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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 27m. 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 $34.
Distance: 387 miles (623 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $121 Average price | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m 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 $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Geneva costing on average $121 (€98).
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Geneva costing on average $126 (€102).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 44m.
Train takes on average 7h 59m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (7h 44m by bus vs 7h 46m by car) and save roughly $104 (€84) compared to fuel and tolls ($66 (€53) vs $170 (€138)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Geneva buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 13h35 | 9:05 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
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 | 11h40 | 9:05 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 12h40 | 10:25 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 | 10:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h10 | 10:25 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h40 | 8:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 13h15 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
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83134 · 72404 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h45 | 12:15 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
83134 · 4745 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h45 | 12:15 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Geneva run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 9h 15m.
Distance 387 miles (623 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 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.
Geneva’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, with major collections spanning antiquity to modern Swiss art. A strong choice for understanding the city’s cultural history.
Renowned watchmaking museum showcasing historic timepieces, automata, and Geneva horology. Especially worthwhile for visitors interested in Swiss craftsmanship and luxury heritage.
Powerful museum exploring humanitarian action, conflict, and human dignity. One of Geneva’s most meaningful museum experiences because of the city’s global diplomatic role.
Geneva’s old town is the city’s most atmospheric walking district, filled with historic streets, small squares, and major heritage sites. Essential for first-time visitors.
Popular lakeside park known for flower displays, waterfront promenade views, and the famous Flower Clock. One of the city’s easiest and most scenic strolls.
The Flower Clock is a much-photographed Geneva icon in the English Garden, reflecting the city’s watchmaking identity. A classic quick stop near the lake.
A classic Swiss cheese fondue made with Gruyere and Vacherin Fribourgeois, served bubbling hot for dipping bread. It is one of the most iconic dishes eaten across French-speaking Switzerland, often in
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. This alpine specialty is deeply associated with western Switzerland and is a comforting staple in Geneva during colder months.
A traditional regional dish from nearby Vaud made with slow-cooked leeks and potatoes, usually served with saucisse aux choux. It is a classic Lake Geneva area comfort food.
A refined fine-dining restaurant inside Hotel President Wilson, known for elegant modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A long-running Geneva institution famous for traditional cheese fondue in a lively, classic Swiss setting. A reliable choice for trying one of the city’s signature dishes.
A historic Old Town restaurant known for Swiss specialties such as fondue and raclette, served in a rustic and atmospheric setting popular with visitors and locals alike.
Geneva is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and drinks are costly, though public transport can help control daily spending.
Service is included by law, so tipping is not required. Round up small bills, or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round up taxi fares.
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