How to travel from Bologna to Geneva

Travel from Bologna, Italy to Geneva, Switzerland is: Fully open.

Is international entry into Geneva from Bologna restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Italy.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Geneva, Switzerland from Bologna?

• No COVID-19 testing required
• No quarantine required

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Geneva, Switzerland?

The government of Switzerland has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face mask requirement: Regional advice

The above information was last verified on 5/23/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip from Bologna to Geneva closer to your planned date of departure here.

The current restriction level for returning to Bologna, Italy from Switzerland is: Partially open.

Am I allowed to reenter Bologna, Italy from Geneva, Switzerland?

Reentering Italy is currently allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Bologna from Geneva?

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 5 day mandatory self-quarantine
• Negative COVID-19 result is required for quarantine release
• Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival
• Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival (certificate required)

Which rules do I need to follow in Bologna, Italy regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Italy must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 5/26/22. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Bologna from Geneva here.

There are 3 travel options from Bologna to Geneva: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Geneva is by taking a bus with an average price of $38 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options to Geneva:

Taking a bus is about $436 (€392) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $474 (€425) for this journey.

Taking a bus is usually $29 (€26) less than taking a train to Geneva, which costs on average $67 (€60) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel to Geneva from Bologna is by train, which takes on average 5 h 30 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, taking a bus requires on average 7 h 25 min   of travel time.

In comparison, traveling by flight can take you on average 9 h 35 min.

Geneva is approximately 277 miles (447 km) away from Bologna.

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Geneva is:

• Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Bologna to Geneva as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Bologna to Geneva:

• Most travelers board their bus from Bologna, Autostazione and arrive in Geneva, Eaux-Vives.
• Most travelers catch their flight from Bologna Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Most travelers board their train from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Genève.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Flixbus for buses to Geneva. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Flixbus Bologna to Geneva tickets on Omio for $38 (€34).
• Travel with Air Dolomiti to go to Geneva by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Air Dolomiti Bologna to Geneva tickets on Omio for $474 (€425).
• Trenitalia can take you to Geneva by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Trenitalia from Bologna to Geneva for $67 (€60).

Before traveling from Bologna to Geneva, it’s good to know what ticket you can book and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

• A bus ticket for this trip costs on average $38 (€34) one way.
• A plane ticket for this journey is costing $474 (€425) one way on average.
• A train ticket is costing on average $67 (€60) one way for this route.

But we recommend booking Bologna to Geneva tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.