What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Geneva?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 90 - SFr 160 and takes 19h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Geneva?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Geneva is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest station to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Budapest Népliget bus station and arriving at Geneva via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Genève via Sargans and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 11m.

How far is it from Budapest to Geneva?

The distance between Budapest and Geneva is 1024 km. The road distance is 1209.8 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Geneva without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 15h 11m and costs SFr 220 - SFr 550.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Geneva?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Budapest to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Geneva bus from?

Budapest to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest Népliget bus station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Geneva train from?

Budapest to Geneva train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Geneva?

The best way to get from Budapest to Geneva is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 220 - SFr 550 and takes 15h 11m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 160 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Budapest to Geneva bus arrive?

Budapest to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Budapest to Geneva train arrive?

Budapest to Geneva train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Sargans station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Geneva is 1210 km. It takes approximately 12h 1m to drive from Budapest to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Geneva?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Geneva?

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Geneva by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BUD - GVA
4h 15m
CHF 76–202
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Sarganstrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Sargans to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
15h 11m
CHF 224–531
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Genevabus FlixBus N882 / ...
19h 20m
CHF 91–151
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
17h 26m
CHF 136–326
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane VIE - GVA
6h 27m
CHF 96–309
Drive 1,209.8 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Genevacar 1,209.8 km
12h 1m
CHF 198–286

Budapest to Geneva by train

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Distance: 1,024.3 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Geneva, Switzerland?

easyJet, Swiss, and Austrian Airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Genève via Sargans, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 15h 11m.

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How to get fromBudapest to Genevaby plane, train, bus, night train, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Geneva by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

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Train to Vienna International Airport, fly

Drive 1,209.8 km