How to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva

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Compare train and bus for Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $72.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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$72

Average price

$33

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Cheapest

$93

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1h 57m

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Fastest

1h 27m

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30m

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2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

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30m

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1h 33m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva

Compare the available ways to get from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva costing on average $72.

The fastest way to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bourg-en-Bresse and Geneva including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (1h 27m by train vs 1h 33m by car) and roughly $22 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 vs $93). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva

How to get from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER886409+SNCF | Autocar59513+TER96500
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER886409+SNCF | Autocar59513+TER96500
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9789
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER882115 · 96510
    1 transfer
  • TER882119 · 96518
    1 transfer
  • TER887411 · 96500
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva

Travel to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bourg-en-Bresse and Geneva including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva costing on average $72.

The fastest way to travel from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

The distance from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is approximately 44 miles (71 km).
The average frequency per day from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bourg-en-Bresse station and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière and arrive in Genève, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Geneva by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bourg-en-Bresse to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV Lyria.
Omio customers who travel from Bourg-en-Bresse 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.

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