How to travel from Geneva to Maastricht

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Maastricht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a train costs an average of $165.

Distance: 321 miles (518 km)

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Driving

$165

Average price

$131

Average price

$83

Average price

Cheapest

$259

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 44m

Average total duration

8h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

12h 35m

Average total duration

12h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Brussels Airlines

Most popular airline

FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $83 (€67).

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

A bus is $48 (€39) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Maastricht costing on average $131 (€106).

A bus is $82 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Maastricht costing on average $165 (€133).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Maastricht is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 44m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Maastricht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Maastricht 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 $165 (€133) compared to roughly $259 (€209) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $94 (€76). The journey takes 8h 14m versus 7h 34m 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 Maastricht

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM18h45
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    4:45 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $511One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM18h45
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    4:45 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $511One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2726
    7:05 AM1h15
    Geneva International Airport
    8:20 AMBrussels Airport
    $831One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
    1:05 PM9h06
    Geneva station
    10:11 PMMaastricht station
    $981One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 · 26830
    12:54 PM9h17
    Geneva station
    10:11 PMMaastricht station
    $981One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:15 AM15h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    4:10 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $521One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 PM18h15
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    5:40 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $541One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 PM16h45
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    4:55 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU21529
    7:45 PM1h20
    Geneva International Airport
    9:05 PMBrussels Airport
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2712
    8:15 AM1h20
    Geneva International Airport
    9:35 AMBrussels Airport
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2724
    9:15 PM1h15
    Geneva International Airport
    10:30 PMBrussels Airport
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Maastricht

Travel to Maastricht 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 Maastricht.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Maastricht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $83 (€67).

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

A bus is $48 (€39) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Maastricht costing on average $131 (€106).

A bus is $82 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Maastricht costing on average $165 (€133).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Maastricht is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 44m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

The distance from Geneva to Maastricht is approximately 321 miles (518 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Maastricht is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Maastricht 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 Maastricht:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Maastricht station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Maastricht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, Swiss to go to Maastricht by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Maastricht by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Maastricht by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Maastricht:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Liège, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maastricht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Maastricht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.

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