How to travel from Geneva to Bergamo

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Bergamo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, while a train costs an average of €101.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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7h 7m

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The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Bergamo is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average €126.

A bus is €86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average €137.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Bergamo is by train with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 7m.

Flight takes on average 9h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Bergamo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Bergamo among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €171 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €120. The journey takes 6h 37m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Geneva to Bergamo

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:35 AM7h35
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    1:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    441One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:35 AM7h35
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    1:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    441One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX2805 · LX1612
    7:15 AM2h35
    Geneva International Airport
    9:50 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    1681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523
    9:05 AM5h21
    Geneva station
    2:26 PMChiasso station
    811One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBIR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523
    8:54 AM5h32
    Geneva station
    2:26 PMChiasso station
    851One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 25521
    8:05 AM5h21
    Geneva station
    1:26 PMChiasso station
    891One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:35 AM8h05
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    3:40 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 AM8h10
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    5:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:35 PM9h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    8:30 AMBergamo, Autostazione
    561One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6201 · VY6340
    9:45 AM4h55
    Geneva International Airport
    2:40 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    1151One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6201 · VY6332
    9:45 AM6h10
    Geneva International Airport
    3:55 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    1151One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6201 · VY6334
    9:45 AM7h45
    Geneva International Airport
    5:30 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    1151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Bergamo

Travel to Bergamo 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 Geneva to Bergamo.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Bergamo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Bergamo is a bus with an average price of €70.

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

A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average €126.

A bus is €379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average €450.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Bergamo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 7h 37m.

The distance from Geneva to Bergamo is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Bergamo is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Bergamo 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 Geneva to Bergamo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Chiasso station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Bergamo, Autostazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Bergamo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Bergamo by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Bergamo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Bergamo:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Bergamo often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Verona, Como, Rome, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bergamo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bergamo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bergamo, you can enjoy outdoor activities in Parco dei Colli with its scenic trails, explore vibrant local markets for authentic Italian goods, and take a guided tour of the Venetian Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. For cultural experiences, visit the Donizetti Theatre for live performances or enjoy a culinary tour to taste traditional Bergamo dishes and local wines. Discover the historic Città Alta with its medieval architecture, stroll through Piazza Vecchia, and admire the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. Art enthusiasts can visit the Accademia Carrara, while Rocca di Bergamo offers panoramic city views.
Two to three days in Bergamo is ideal to explore its historic Città Alta, enjoy local cuisine, and visit key sites like the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and Accademia Carrara.

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