- Must visit
Patek Philippe Museum
Major watchmaking museum with historic timepieces, automata, and archives; a standout for Geneva’s horology heritage.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 56 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 buses that leave Clermont-Ferrand for Geneva on Thu, Jun 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 6 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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.
4767 · 3843
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
4767 · 3843
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $283 Average price | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 46m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva costing on average $87 (€71).
A bus is $253 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva costing on average $283 (€229).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
Flight takes on average 9h 46m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $168 (€136) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $138 (€111). The journey takes 4h 35m versus 3h 33m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar.
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 | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva buses for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 8h05 | 11:55 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h20 | 1:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
4767 · 3843 | 4:50 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 5h30 | 10:20 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 4h50 | 8:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Geneva run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Major watchmaking museum with historic timepieces, automata, and archives; a standout for Geneva’s horology heritage.
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Popular lakeside park known for the Flower Clock, promenades, and postcard views across the water.
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