How to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee)

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. 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 €38, while a flight costs an average of €455.

Distance: 191 miles (308 km)

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€124

Average price

€38

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Cheapest

€455

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€119

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5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

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30m

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8h 34m

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8h 4m

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3h 55m

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1h 55m

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4h 47m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

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ÖBB | InterCity

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FlixBus

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Swiss

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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee)

Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee), with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is a bus with an average price of €38.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee):

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €124.

A bus is €417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €455.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Lindau (Bodensee) including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €124 compared to roughly €119 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€4. The journey takes 4h 50m versus 4h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee)

How to get from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee)

Travel to Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee).

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Lindau (Bodensee) including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is a bus with an average price of €38.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee):

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €124.

A bus is €417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €455.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

The distance from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is approximately 191 miles (308 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee):
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Lindau-Reutin station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Lindau, Blaukreuzstrasse.
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee), then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 7 direct flights per day with Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Lindau (Bodensee) often also extend their vacation to go to Bregenz, Zurich, Munich, Vaduz, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lindau (Bodensee) and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lindau (Bodensee) to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Lindau (Bodensee), spending 2-3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the charming old town, enjoy scenic views of Lake Constance, and visit nearby attractions such as the Lindau Lighthouse and the Bavarian Lion sculpture.

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