How to travel from Vienna to Geneva

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $163.

Distance: 498 miles (803 km)

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Flight
Bus

$247

Average price

$287

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$100

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Cheapest

10h 41m

Average total duration

10h 11m

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30m

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5h 44m

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Fastest

2h 44m

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3h 0m

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14h 27m

Average total duration

13h 57m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.4 - 4.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Austrian Airlines

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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from Vienna to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

FlixBusFlixBus
08:25PM15h30
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
11:55AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
$1071One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
08:25PM15h30
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
11:55AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
$1071One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Austrian AirlinesOS153
03:20PM1h35
Vienna International Airport
04:55PMGeneva International Airport
$9201One-way
0 transfers

Other options

ÖBBRJX 860+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 2+ÖBBIR 2223+ÖBB | ICEICE 272
10:28AM11h57
Vienna Hbf
10:25PMGeneva station
$2231One-way
5 transfers
ÖBB | InterCityIC 548+ÖBBRJX 860+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 2+ÖBBIR 2223
09:57AM12h28
Vienna Hbf
10:25PMGeneva station
$2231One-way
6 transfers
ÖBBRJX 162+ÖBB | InterCityIC 728
09:28AM10h57
Vienna Hbf
08:25PMGeneva station
$3421One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
11:15PM14h35
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
01:50PMGeneve, Place Dorcière
$1071One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
04:55PM19h00
Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
11:55AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
$1261One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
01:55PM16h45
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
06:40AMGeneve, Place Dorcière
$1231One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings EW9753 · EW9742
02:45PM5h20
Vienna International Airport
08:05PMGeneva International Airport
$2711One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings EW9753 · EW9412
02:45PM5h10
Vienna International Airport
07:55PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
$2071One-way
1 transfer
Air FranceAF1139 · AF1342
12:25PM4h55
Vienna International Airport
05:20PMGeneva International Airport
$3451One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Vienna to Geneva

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Vienna to Geneva, 65,91% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Vienna to Geneva, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna 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 Vienna to Geneva.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Geneva is a bus with an average price of $69 (€55).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Geneva costing on average $115 (€92).

A bus is $94 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Geneva costing on average $163 (€130).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 57m.

Bus takes on average 14h 25m.

The distance from Vienna to Geneva is approximately 498 miles (803 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Geneva is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna 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 Vienna to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, SBB to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, SWISS, KLM, Air France, Eurowings , Air Dolomiti, Vueling Airlines, Air Baltic to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna 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.
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