How to travel from Budapest to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $112 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $112, while a flight costs an average of $222.

Distance: 615 miles (990 km)

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$222

Average price

$112

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$181

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$485

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4h 46m

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19h 31m

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30m

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14h 19m

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13h 49m

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12h 38m

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1.0 - 2.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $112 (€91).

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

A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Geneva costing on average $181 (€146).

A bus is $110 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Geneva costing on average $222 (€180).

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 19m.

Bus takes on average 19h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Budapest to Geneva among Omio's users.

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from Budapest to Geneva

How to get from Budapest to Geneva by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Budapest to Geneva is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 PM18h10
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    1:50 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 PM18h10
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    1:50 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1368 · KL1939
    5:25 PM4h50
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    10:15 PMGeneva International Airport
    $21271One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 PM20h10
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    1:50 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM21h35
    Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    8:50 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 AM21h55
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    8:50 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1551One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA865 · BA742
    1:40 PM21h20
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    11:00 AMGeneva International Airport
    $2771One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA865 · BA744
    1:40 PM22h05
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    11:45 AMGeneva International Airport
    $2771One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA867 · BA362
    6:00 PM26h55
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    8:55 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2861One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest 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 Budapest to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $112 (€91).

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

A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Geneva costing on average $181 (€146).

A bus is $110 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Geneva costing on average $222 (€180).

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 19m.

Bus takes on average 19h 31m.

The distance from Budapest to Geneva is approximately 615 miles (990 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Geneva is:
  • Around 91 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, KLM, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Milan, Lyon, Annecy. 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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