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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 11
$65
Average ticket price on Sep 11
$102
Fastest journey on Sep 11
14 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
15 h 27 m
Buses on Sep 11
11
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Geneva will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, while a flight costs an average of $577.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$104 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price | $577 Average price | $211 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 41m Average total duration 15h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Geneva:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Geneva costing on average $149 (€121).
A bus is $473 (€382) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Geneva costing on average $577 (€466).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 25m.
Bus takes on average 15h 11m.
Tickets start at around $104 (€84) compared to roughly $211 (€170) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $107 (€86). The journey takes 15h 11m versus 8h 18m 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 15h22 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Geneva buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h45 | 6:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
50429 · 5709 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h55 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h10 | 6:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h45 | 10:45 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h05 | 7:20 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h00 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h22 | 8:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h10 | 8:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 16h55 | 3:55 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 16h05 | 3:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Düsseldorf to Geneva run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Düsseldorf to Geneva buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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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