How to travel from Bordeaux to Geneva

There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $79 (€66).

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Geneva:

A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Geneva costing on average $107 (€90).

A bus is $450 (€377) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Geneva costing on average $529 (€443).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 57m.

Bus takes on average 11h 59m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Geneva is approximately 338 miles (545 km).

The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Geneva is:

• Around 48 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Geneva as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Geneva:

• Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Geneva station.
• Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte to go to Geneva by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER to go to Geneva by train.
• Travel with easyJet, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, BA Euroflyer, Air Baltic, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Twin Jet, ITA to go to Geneva by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Geneva with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte.
• 5 direct flights per day with easyJet, Air France, CitizenPlane.

Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Milan, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Geneva and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Geneva to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Geneva, explore the charming Old Town with its narrow streets and historical buildings, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the city and Alps, and visit the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Discover the vibrant Carouge district known for its bohemian atmosphere, and relax at Bains des Pâquis. Don't miss the Jet d'Eau fountain, St. Pierre Cathedral, Parc des Bastions, Palais des Nations, and Patek Philippe Museum.

Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Geneva's main attractions, including the Jet d'Eau, the United Nations Office, and the Old Town, while also enjoying the city's parks and museums.