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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen is to fly and train which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 330.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Schaffhausen?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Schaffhausen. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Bülach, Bahnhof via Zürich Flughafen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Schaffhausen?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Schaffhausen. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Schaffhausen via Zürich Oerlikon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Geneva to Schaffhausen?

The distance between Geneva and Schaffhausen is 281 km. The road distance is 299.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Schaffhausen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geneva to Schaffhausen train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Schaffhausen?

The best way to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Geneva to Schaffhausen bus arrive?

Geneva to Schaffhausen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Airport bus station.

Where does the Geneva to Schaffhausen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Schaffhausen?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Schaffhausen is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Geneva to Schaffhausen.

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

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Where can I stay near Schaffhausen?

There are 641+ hotels available in Schaffhausen.

Geneva to Schaffhausen - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Schaffhausen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Schaffhausentrain
2h 17m
CHF 119–327
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Airport bus stationbus 144
5h 13m
CHF 28–47
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich Oerlikontrain Ic1
2. Take the train from Zürich Oerlikon to Schaffhausentrain S9 / ...
4h 3m
CHF 81–133
Drive 299.4 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Schaffhausencar 299.4 km
3h 26m
CHF 51–73

Geneva to Schaffhausen by train

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Schaffhausen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Genève to Schaffhausen via Zürich Oerlikon in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Zurich Airport bus station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 21–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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