4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Geneva to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 24 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
552 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Geneva to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Salzburg will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Geneva for Salzburg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 552 km distance in an average of 16 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 552 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £348 Average Price |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg 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
Geneva to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Salzburg coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Genève, Aéroport | 20h40 | 12:10 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 13h15 | 12:10 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| 10:35 Geneva | 13h55 | 00:30 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Geneva | 13h30 | 00:30 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Salzburg
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Austria
Buses from Geneva to Salzburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 552 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 552 km |
Average bus duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Geneva to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Salzburg with FlixBus for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Geneva to Salzburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Salzburg
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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