How to travel from Marseille to Geneva

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Marseille to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. 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 $41, while a flight costs an average of $241.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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Driving

$112

Average price

$41

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$241

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$218

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 27m

Average total duration

4h 57m

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6h 14m

Average total duration

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3h 1m

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4h 37m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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Helvetic Airways

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

The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

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

A bus is $71 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Geneva costing on average $112 (€91).

A bus is $200 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Geneva costing on average $241 (€195).

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 27m.

Bus takes on average 6h 14m.

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

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from Marseille to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50847
    9:00 AM7h45
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    4:45 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50847
    9:00 AM7h45
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    4:45 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7347 · AF7362
    6:00 AM3h30
    Marseille Provence Airport
    9:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $5161One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER17702 · 96530
    12:50 PM9h50
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    10:40 PMGeneva station
    $1061One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER17702 · 96520
    12:50 PM6h50
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    7:40 PMGeneva station
    $1181One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER17702 · 96522
    12:50 PM7h50
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    8:40 PMGeneva station
    $1181One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50793
    12:00 PM7h45
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    7:45 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM7h35
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    5:05 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $631One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50756 · 3154
    11:45 PM6h40
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    6:25 AMGenève, Gare Routière
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2265 · LH2382
    5:50 PM14h15
    Marseille Provence Airport
    8:05 AMGeneva International Airport
    $2561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS388 · OS151
    8:10 PM12h40
    Marseille Provence Airport
    8:50 AMGeneva International Airport
    $2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6805+easyJetU21402
    10:18 AM12h42
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    11:00 PMGeneva International Airport
    $3261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Marseille 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 Marseille to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Marseille and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

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

A bus is $71 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Geneva costing on average $112 (€91).

A bus is $200 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Geneva costing on average $241 (€195).

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 27m.

Bus takes on average 6h 14m.

The distance from Marseille to Geneva is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
The average frequency per day from Marseille to Geneva is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Marseille and Geneva 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 Marseille to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Marseille to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways to go to Geneva by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Marseille - RTM to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV to go to Geneva by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Marseille to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV Lyria.
Omio customers who travel from Marseille 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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