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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Geneva
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Geneva will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bologna for Geneva every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 448 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price | £149 Average Price |
13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Geneva coaches for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h55 | 18:10 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h15 | 03:45 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
 (Rome -> Prague) · (Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Lyon) | 17:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 41h55 | 11:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h25 | 09:45 Genève, Aéroport | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h05 | 09:25 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h40 | 10:40 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:54 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h06 | 13:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h20 | 10:40 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Geneva
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Buses from Bologna to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 448 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 448 km |
Average bus duration 12h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Sellitto, Itabus from Bologna to GenevaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Geneva with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Sellitto, Itabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Geneva coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Geneva by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Geneva
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
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