How to travel from Geneva to Vienna

There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Vienna costing on average €164.

A bus is €124 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Vienna costing on average €206.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 44m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 39m.

Bus takes on average 15h 5m.

The distance from Geneva to Vienna is approximately 498 miles (803 km).

The average frequency per day from Geneva to Vienna is:

• Around 64 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Vienna 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 Vienna:

• Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Vienna by train.
• Travel with Austrian Airlines, Swiss, KLM, Air France, Vueling, Air Baltic, Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, Air Dolomiti to go to Vienna by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Vienna by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Vienna with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.