How to get to Geneva from Dortmund

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Compare coach, train and flight for Dortmund to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the flight 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 £91 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. 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 £91, while a flight costs an average of £449.

Distance: 599 km

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Driving

£449

Average Price

£105

Average Price

£91

Average Price

Cheapest

£170

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 58m

Average total duration

8h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

16h 42m

Average total duration

16h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

KLM

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Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is a coach with an average price of £91.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Geneva:

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £105.

A coach is £358 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £449.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 58m.

Coach takes on average 16h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Geneva including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 45m sooner (2h 41m by flight vs 8h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £449 compared to roughly £170 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Dortmund to Geneva

How to get to Geneva from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:4013h20
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    8:00Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £461One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:4013h20
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    8:00Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £461One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9748
    18:451h20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    20:05Geneva International Airport
    £1671One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2042 · ICE 105 · IR 1872 · IC 526
    9:368h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    17:55Geneva station
    £711One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824
    8:368h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    16:55Geneva station
    £711One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2042 · ICE 105 · IC 975 · IR 2526
    9:368h29
    Dortmund Hbf
    18:05Geneva station
    £711One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    20:2618h39
    Dortmund Hbf
    15:05Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £601One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:4525h00
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    10:45Genève, Aéroport
    £701One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:4018h25
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    13:05Genève, Aéroport
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • VuelingVY1899 · VY6200
    21:0012h10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:10Geneva International Airport
    £1161One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1931
    6:254h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:10Geneva International Airport
    £1901One-way
    1 change
  • SwissLX1025 · LX2818
    19:054h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    23:35Geneva International Airport
    £2041One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Dortmund to Geneva

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.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Geneva including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is a coach with an average price of £91.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Geneva:

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £105.

A coach is £358 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Geneva costing on average £449.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 58m.

Coach takes on average 16h 42m.

The Dortmund to Geneva distance is approximately 599 km.
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Geneva is:
  • Around 49 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

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.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Genève, Aéroport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Geneva by coach.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Qatar Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dortmund to Geneva:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Milan, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Geneva and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dortmund to Geneva, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Geneva, you can explore the charming Old Town with its narrow streets and historical buildings, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the city and surrounding Alps, and visit the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum to learn about humanitarian efforts. Discover the vibrant Carouge district with its bohemian atmosphere and artisan shops, and relax at Bains des Pâquis, a popular lakeside spot for swimming and sunbathing. Don't miss the Jet d'Eau, a large fountain on Lake Geneva, and St. Pierre Cathedral for its archaeological site and panoramic views. Parc des Bastions offers a scenic escape with its Reformation Wall and giant chess boards, while the Palais des Nations provides insight into the United Nations' European headquarters. For watch enthusiasts, the Patek Philippe Museum showcases a vast collection of timepieces and horological artifacts.
To explore Geneva's main attractions, including the Jet d'Eau, St. Pierre Cathedral, and the United Nations Office, a stay of two to three days is typically sufficient.

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