How to travel from Milan to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a flight costs an average of €329.

Distance: 155 miles (250 km)

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€329

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5h 43m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Geneva is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Geneva costing on average €112.

A bus is €292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Geneva costing on average €329.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 43m.

Bus takes on average 6h 40m.

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

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from Milan to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus57202
    11:59 PM6h01
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    6:00 AMGenève, Gare Routière
    €241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus57202
    11:59 PM6h01
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    6:00 AMGenève, Gare Routière
    €241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissAZ7208 · AZ3870
    7:25 PM2h35
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    10:00 PMGeneva International Airport
    €1991One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBS 50 25570 | 25570 · IC 21 680 | 680 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828
    1:23 PM5h32
    Stabio station
    6:55 PMGeneva station
    €991One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBS 10 25170 | 25170 · IC 21 680 | 680 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828
    1:23 PM5h32
    Balerna station
    6:55 PMGeneva station
    €991One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBRE 80 25518 | 25518 · IC 21 680 | 680 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828
    1:34 PM5h21
    Chiasso station
    6:55 PMGeneva station
    €1021One-way
    3 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710
    5:30 PM5h15
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:45 PMGenève, Gare Routière
    €271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 PM5h15
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:15 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    €321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:35 PM5h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:00 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY6339 · VY6200
    9:45 PM11h20
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    9:05 AMGeneva International Airport
    €1031One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6335 · VY6200
    6:20 PM14h45
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    9:05 AMGeneva International Airport
    €1031One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6335 · VY1222
    6:20 PM4h35
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    10:55 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    €1221One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Milan to Geneva

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Milan to Geneva, 68,08% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Milan to Geneva and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Geneva is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Geneva costing on average €112.

A bus is €292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Geneva costing on average €329.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 43m.

Bus takes on average 6h 40m.

The distance from Milan to Geneva is approximately 155 miles (250 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Geneva is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Geneva 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 Milan to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chiasso station and arrive in Geneva station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Gulf Air, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Amelia, British Airways, Cityjet, Edelweiss Air, Sas Airways, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, AJet, Turkish Airlines, Twin Jet, ITA to go to Geneva by flight.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, DSB, SBB, Intercity, EuroCity to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Geneva by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Gulf Air, Twin Jet.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Trenitalia.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Lyon, Barcelona. 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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