What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 90 and takes 9h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Geneva. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Genève via Basel SBB and Renens VD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Geneva is 476 km. The road distance is 571.5 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 600.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Geneva bus from?

Frankfurt am Main to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train from?

Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 600 and takes 6h 39m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 90 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Geneva bus arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is 571 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva?

Book your Frankfurt am Main to Geneva bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Frankfurt am Main to Geneva - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Fly to Geneva International Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
3h 26m
CHF 113–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Genevabus FlixBus N122 / ...
9h 15m
CHF 45–90
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
6h 39m
CHF 120–576
Drive 571.5 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt am Main to Genevacar 571.5 km
5h 23m
CHF 94–136
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain
6h 15m
CHF 169–510
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt - Main Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Genevetrain Ter
13h 29m
CHF 67–120

Frankfurt am Main to Geneva by train

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Distance: 475.5 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Frankfurt am Main, Germany and Geneva, Switzerland?

Lufthansa, Swiss, and Air Dolomiti fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Frankfurt to Genève via Basel SBB and Renens VD in around 6h 39m.

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