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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, while a flight costs an average of £406.
Distance: 599 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£87 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest | £406 Average Price | £166 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 58m Average total duration 16h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Geneva, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Geneva:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £87.
A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £406.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Coach takes on average 16h 58m.
Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £166 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £79. The journey takes 8h 27m versus 8h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Geneva from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Geneva are Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey, Nyon and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Geneva on Omio.
Lausanne is known for its Olympic heritage, hillside setting and views across Lake Geneva to the Alps. A medieval centre, lively university life and the Ouchy waterfront give it an energetic yet relaxed character.
Montreux sits on Lake Geneva, known for its mild climate, Belle Époque buildings and the Montreux Jazz Festival. With vineyards above the shore and the Alps behind, it feels elegant, relaxed and closely tied to music history.
Vevey is a lakeside town on Lake Geneva known for Nestlé, Charlie Chaplin and the nearby Lavaux vineyards. With a palm-lined promenade, Alpine views and a relaxed cultural feel, it is gentler in pace than larger Swiss Riviera neighbours.
Nyon is a refined lakeside town on Lake Geneva, known for its Roman past, hilltop château and Alpine views. Its compact centre, waterfront and cultural scene give it a calmer character than nearby Geneva or Lausanne.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Geneva.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Geneva:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £87.
A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £406.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Coach takes on average 16h 58m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Geneva as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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