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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 18
$68
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$102
Fastest journey on Sep 18
19 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
19 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 18
6
Distance
837 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brest to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Geneva will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Brest to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brest to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $119 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $119, while a flight costs an average of $618.
Distance: 520 miles (837 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$139 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest | $618 Average price | $554 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brest to Geneva:
A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brest to Geneva costing on average $139.
A train is $499 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brest to Geneva costing on average $618.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 51m.
Bus takes on average 17h 17m.
Tickets start at around $139 compared to roughly $554 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $415. The journey takes 17h 17m versus 10h 36m 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 |
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Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 09:09AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 21h26 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator TER | Departure Time 09:16AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 21h19 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BreizhGo | Departure Time 10:34AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 20h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BreizhGo | Departure Time 01:06PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 17h29 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 17h04 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 02:12PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 22h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 02:13PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 22h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator BreizhGo | Departure Time 03:02PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 21h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 03:31PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 20h44 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 20h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator BreizhGo | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 19h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 05:22PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 18h53 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BreizhGo | Departure Time 06:06PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 18h09 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
The table below shows live departures for Brest to Geneva buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8610+ 5242 · 5709 | 9:09 AM Brest station | 21h26 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
858288+ 856132+ 5242 · 5709 | 9:16 AM Brest station | 21h19 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3 transfers | |
56402+ 8720+ 5242 · 5709 | 9:30 AM Brest station | 21h05 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3 transfers | |
52197 · 5709 | 10:45 AM Brest, Gare routière | 19h50 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
855830+ 5242 · 5709 | 1:06 PM Brest station | 17h29 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
8622+ 5242 · 5709 | 1:31 PM Brest station | 17h04 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brest, Gare routière | 19h45 | 11:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brest, Gare routière | 20h45 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Brest, Gare routière | 22h00 | 6:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Brest to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 520 miles (837 km) distance in 14h 50m.
Distance 520 miles (837 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 50m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Most Brest to Geneva buses use the Brest, Gare routière to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Brest and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brest, Gare routière is 1 km from Brest city centre. Public transport options include:
Brest, Gare routière 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), Boulangerie du Voyageur (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Brest, Gare routière.
Available at Brest, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brest, Gare routière: 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, 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.
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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