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Compare bus and flight for Cardiff to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a train costs an average of $524.
Distance: 558 miles (899 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$524 Average price | $453 Average price | $142 Average price Cheapest | $245 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 19m Average total duration Fastest 11h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 58m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 33m Average total duration 35h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Geneva:
A bus is $311 (€248) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cardiff to Geneva costing on average $453 (€362).
A bus is $382 (€305) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Geneva costing on average $524 (€418).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Flight takes on average 12h 58m.
Bus takes on average 35h 3m.
You'll arrive about 1h 11m sooner (11h 49m by train vs 13h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $524 (€418) compared to roughly $245 (€195) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Geneva
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Trains from Cardiff to Geneva run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $524 (€418) but you can travel from only $101 (€80) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 558 miles (899 km) distance in 9h 39m.
Distance 558 miles (899 km) |
Average train duration 11h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $524 (€418) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 39m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 9:21 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Geneva trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Geneva from $101 (€80). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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