How to travel from Strasbourg to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Strasbourg to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. 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 $61, while a flight costs an average of $453.

Distance: 180 miles (291 km)

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Driving

$190

Average price

$61

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Cheapest

$453

Average price

$128

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 52m

Average total duration

5h 22m

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30m

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9h 32m

Average total duration

9h 2m

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3h 12m

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1h 12m

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2h 0m

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4h 31m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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FlixBus

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Twin Jet

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

The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $61 (€51).

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

A bus is $129 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Geneva costing on average $190 (€159).

A bus is $393 (€330) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Geneva costing on average $453 (€380).

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 9h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Strasbourg to Geneva 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 $190 (€159) compared to roughly $128 (€107) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.51 (€-51.62). The journey takes 5h 22m versus 4h 31m 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 Strasbourg to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM10h15
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    6:30 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM10h15
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    6:30 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Twin JetT72911
    6:15 AM1h10
    Strasbourg Airport
    7:25 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $6471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5537+TER96522
    1:37 PM7h03
    Strasbourg station
    8:40 PMGeneva station
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9879+TER96520
    1:05 PM6h35
    Strasbourg station
    7:40 PMGeneva station
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9877+TER96514
    9:04 AM7h37
    Strasbourg station
    4:41 PMGeneva station
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 PM11h20
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    8:55 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:55 PM11h55
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    8:50 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:20 AM13h45
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    3:05 PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9890+Air FranceAF1442
    5:59 AM7h51
    Strasbourg station
    1:50 PMGeneva International Airport
    $4411One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5454+Air FranceAF1242
    2:01 PM7h54
    Strasbourg station
    9:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    $4411One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9890+Air FranceAF1142
    5:59 AM10h11
    Strasbourg station
    4:10 PMGeneva International Airport
    $4411One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Strasbourg and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $61 (€51).

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

A bus is $129 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Geneva costing on average $190 (€159).

A bus is $393 (€330) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Geneva costing on average $453 (€380).

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 9h 32m.

The distance from Strasbourg to Geneva is approximately 180 miles (291 km).
The average frequency per day from Strasbourg to Geneva is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Strasbourg Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Strasbourg station and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Strasbourg to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Twin Jet, Swiss, Brussels Airlines to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Strasbourg to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Twin Jet.
Omio customers who travel from Strasbourg 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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