How to travel from Rome to Geneva

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $83, while a flight costs an average of $493.

Distance: 433 miles (697 km)

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$493

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$83

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$94

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$373

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5h 36m

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3h 36m

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8h 54m

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14h 59m

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14h 29m

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9h 2m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Geneva is a train with an average price of $83 (€70).

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

A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Geneva costing on average $94 (€79).

A train is $410 (€342) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Geneva costing on average $493 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 54m.

Bus takes on average 14h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Geneva among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 26m sooner (3h 36m by flight vs 9h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $493 (€411) compared to roughly $373 (€311) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Rome to Geneva

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM19h20
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    7:10 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM19h20
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    7:10 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • easyJetU21414
    9:25 PM1h30
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    10:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    $3641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 798+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2452+TrenitaliaEuroCity 40
    11:53 PM12h38
    Rome Ostiense
    12:31 PMGeneva station
    $1991One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:45 PM16h35
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    3:20 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1511One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM17h30
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    5:05 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:20 AM14h00
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    3:20 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $1581One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU21412
    8:05 AM1h35
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    9:40 AMGeneva International Airport
    $2361One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU24416
    9:30 AM1h40
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    11:10 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2501One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU24422
    9:50 PM1h35
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    11:25 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2611One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rome 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 Rome to Geneva.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Geneva is a train with an average price of $83 (€70).

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

A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Geneva costing on average $94 (€79).

A train is $410 (€342) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Geneva costing on average $493 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 54m.

Bus takes on average 14h 59m.

The distance from Rome to Geneva is approximately 433 miles (697 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Geneva is:
  • Around 86 flights per day.
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome 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 Rome to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Transavia France, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa, Vueling, AJet, Turkish Airlines, Air Corsica, ITA, easyJet to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 6 direct flights per day with ITA, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Milan, Lyon. 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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