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Musée d'art et d'histoire
Major art and archaeology museum with collections from antiquity to modern works. A rewarding choice for a broad cultural visit.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Geneva
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£25
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£29
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
3 h 15 m
Buses on 29 Aug
2
Distance
224 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Geneva will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Fast coaches
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 2 buses from Zurich to Geneva, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 224 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
0:013h10Zurich3:11Geneva£251One-way0 changes- 12:003h20Zurich15:20Geneva£321One-way0 changes
- 0:013h10Zurich3:11Geneva£251One-way0 changes
- 12:003h20Zurich15:20Geneva£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £321.
Distance: 224 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price | £321 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg 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
Zurich to Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Geneva coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 18:00 Zurich | 3h20 | 21:20 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| 0:01 Zurich | 3h10 | 3:11 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Zurich | 3h20 | 15:20 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Geneva
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Buses from Zurich to Geneva run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 224 km distance in 3h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 224 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Zurich to GenevaYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Geneva with BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Geneva
Things to do in Geneva
Discover the best of Geneva — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Geneva trip today.
- Must visit
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
International Red Cross and Red Crescent museum with immersive exhibitions on humanitarian action, conflict and human dignity.
- Recommended
Musée d'histoire des sciences
Science museum in a handsome lakeside villa with historic instruments and hands-on displays. Especially enjoyable for curious visitors.
- Must visit
Vieille Ville
Geneva's Old Town is a maze of lanes, small squares and historic houses. Ideal for walking, viewpoints, shops and quiet corners.
- Must visit
Quai du Mont-Blanc
Elegant lakeside promenade and quay facing the Jet d'Eau and Mont Blanc. Excellent for strolling, relaxing and classic city views.
- Recommended
Jardin Anglais
Beloved English-style park with flower clock, statues and lake access. A central green space that suits a gentle city break.
- Vegetarian
Fondue moitié-moitié
Melted cheese with white wine and kirsch, shared communally. A Swiss classic widely enjoyed in Geneva, especially in winter.
Filets de perche
Small perch fillets, usually from Lake Geneva, pan-fried and served simply. A regional favourite tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
- Vegetarian
Papet vaudois tart
A rich pie of potatoes, leeks, cream and Gruyère. Traditional in nearby western Switzerland and commonly eaten in Geneva.
Café du Soleil
Long-running traditional restaurant serving fondue, raclette and other Swiss staples in a cosy, rustic atmosphere near the centre.
Martel Genève
Historic chocolate shop and tea room known for hot chocolate, pastries and light lunches in an elegant old-town setting.
Les Armures
Classic old-town address for Swiss and Genevan dishes, including fondue and seasonal specialities, in a traditional timbered dining room.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
Geneva is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport costs, though public transport is efficient and some hotels include local travel cards.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- CHF 35-60 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for excellent service; round up taxi fares modestly.
tpg+
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 3.00
- Day pass
- CHF 10.00
To the city centre
Genève-Eaux-Vives -> Genève-Cornavin
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- Buy tickets in advance in the official tpg+ app or from ticket machines; you must hold a valid ticket before boarding tpg vehicles.
- Zone 10 covers central Geneva. The standard full-fare urban ticket is valid for 60 min, and the day pass is the practical choice for multiple trips.
Buses from Zurich to Geneva
When there are trains from one destination to another in Switzerland there are no bus routes but money can be saved on expensive train fares by using the BlaBlaCar Pooling Service. Simply go to the BlaBlaCar website and leave a message that specifies your itinerary, price bracket and timetable. Co-travellers respond and journey together paying the car owner a contribution towards petrol costs. For example, a BlaBlaCar journey from Zurich that left at around 6:30 a.m. in the morning would arrive in Geneva between 3 hours and 30 minutes and 4 hours later depending on traffic conditions.
FAQs: Zurich to Geneva coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Geneva can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Geneva is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Zurich to Geneva is 3h 55m to travel the 224 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Zurich to Geneva leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zurich to Geneva leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Geneva with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Zurich to Geneva, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Geneva. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Geneva and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) . When arriving in Geneva , you can end your route in coach stations like Annemasse, Jean Monnet P+R, Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Geneva from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Geneva including taking a coach, train and flight.
No, the coach from Zurich to Geneva has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
No, luggage for the coach from Zurich to Geneva needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Zurich to Geneva.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Geneva
Most Zurich to Geneva buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Annemasse, Jean Monnet P+R station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Zurich
Arrival bus stations in Geneva
Which Zurich station do buses to Geneva leave from?
Buses from Zurich to Geneva leave from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
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