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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
€69
Average price
€88
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
19 h 58 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
760 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Geneva will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 10 buses that leave Zagreb for Geneva on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 760 km distance in an average of 19 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 20 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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4782 · 3154
4782 · 57202
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 472 miles (760 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €214 Average price | €106 Average price | €324 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 47m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 3m Average total duration 17h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg 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 Zagreb to Geneva:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Geneva costing on average €106.
A bus is €144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Geneva costing on average €214.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 17m.
Train takes on average 17h 33m.
Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €324 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €254. The journey takes 17h 17m versus 10h 4m 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.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €88 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Geneva buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 25h35 | 9:05 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 26h55 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 20h40 | 6:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
4782 · 3154 | 9:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 20h40 | 6:25 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 19h55 | 6:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 25h10 | 3:15 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 18h00 | 11:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 26h05 | 7:05 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 20h40 | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Zagreb to Geneva run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 472 miles (760 km) distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 472 miles (760 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Zagreb to Geneva buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: 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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