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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen is to fly and train and ferry which takes 3h 36m and costs €120 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Friedrichshafen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Friedrichshafen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Friedrichshafen?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Friedrichshafen. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof via Zürich HB and Schaffhausen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Geneva to Friedrichshafen?

The distance between Geneva and Friedrichshafen is 367 km. The road distance is 381.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen without a car is to train and ferry via Zurich which takes 5h 52m and costs €100 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Friedrichshafen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geneva to Friedrichshafen train from?

Geneva to Friedrichshafen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Friedrichshafen?

The best way to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs €110 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Geneva to Friedrichshafen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geneva to Friedrichshafen train arrive?

Geneva to Friedrichshafen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Friedrichshafen?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Friedrichshafen is 381 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Geneva to Friedrichshafen.

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

Book your Geneva to Friedrichshafen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Geneva to Friedrichshafen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Friedrichshafen?

There are 3031+ hotels available in Friedrichshafen.

Geneva to Friedrichshafen - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Geneva to Friedrichshafen by train, ferry, bus, car, or plane

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Train, ferry via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Romanshorntrain Ic8
3. Take the ferry from Romanshorn Autoquai to Friedrichshafen Faehreferry 234 / ...
5h 52m
€100–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Friedrichshafenbus 144
6h 40m
€30–50
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to St. Gallen Lagerstrassebus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the ferry from Romanshorn Autoquai to Friedrichshafen Faehreferry 234 / ...
6h 37m
€35–58
Drive 381.3 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Friedrichshafencar 381.3 km
4h 22m
€69–100
Fly, train, ferry
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Romanshorntrain
3. Take the ferry from Romanshorn Autoquai to Friedrichshafen Faehreferry
3h 36m
€129–377
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Schaffhausentrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhoftrain Re3
6h 2m
€111–212
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Genève to Wil SGtrain Ic1
2. Take the train from Wil SG to Romanshorntrain S10 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Romanshorn Autoquai to Friedrichshafen Faehreferry 234 / ...
6h 8m
€116–173

Geneva to Friedrichshafen by train and ferry

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Distance: 367.2 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Friedrichshafen, Germany?

You can take a train from Genève to Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof via Zürich HB and Schaffhausen in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Friedrichshafen once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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