How to travel from Stuttgart to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. 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 $45, while a flight costs an average of $239.

Distance: 227 miles (366 km)

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Driving

$77

Average price

$45

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Cheapest

$239

Average price

$100

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 13m

Average total duration

5h 43m

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30m

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11h 37m

Average total duration

11h 7m

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30m

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4h 33m

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Fastest

2h 33m

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2h 0m

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5h 47m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

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Sindbad

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $45 (€36).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Geneva costing on average $77 (€62).

A bus is $194 (€157) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Geneva costing on average $239 (€193).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 13m.

Bus takes on average 11h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Geneva among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4m faster (5h 43m by train vs 5h 47m by car) and roughly $23 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€62) vs $100 (€81)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stuttgart to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM9h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    8:00 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $431One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM9h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    8:00 AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
    $431One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX1175 · LX2816
    7:25 PM2h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:55 PMGeneva International Airport
    $5581One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 1818
    7:59 AM5h56
    Stuttgart Hbf
    1:55 PMGeneva station
    $571One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101 · IR 2518
    7:59 AM6h06
    Stuttgart Hbf
    2:05 PMGeneva station
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRE 52383 · IC 189 · IC 728
    2:25 PM6h00
    Stuttgart Hbf
    8:25 PMGeneva station
    $611One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1834 · KL1435
    6:30 PM4h20
    Stuttgart Airport
    10:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3061One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1828 · KL1433
    9:45 AM7h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    5:35 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3061One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1832 · KL1435
    2:15 PM8h35
    Stuttgart Airport
    10:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3061One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Geneva including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $45 (€36).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Geneva costing on average $77 (€62).

A bus is $194 (€157) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Geneva costing on average $239 (€193).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 13m.

Bus takes on average 11h 37m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Geneva is approximately 227 miles (366 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Geneva is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sindbad, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, KLM, Vueling, Air Dolomiti to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Geneva:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Sindbad.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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