How to get to Geneva from Leipzig

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Compare coach, train and flight for Leipzig to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £80 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, while a flight costs an average of £389.

Distance: 731 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£112

Average Price

£80

Average Price

Cheapest

£389

Average Price

£183

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 48m

Average total duration

9h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

16h 44m

Average total duration

16h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

10h 1m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

2.2 - 4.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Geneva is a coach with an average price of £80.

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

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Geneva costing on average £112.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Geneva costing on average £389.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 48m.

Coach takes on average 16h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Geneva including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 43m faster (9h 18m by train vs 10h 1m by car) and roughly £72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£112 vs £183). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Leipzig to Geneva

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:4518h45
    Leipzig, Hbf
    18:30Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £471One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:4518h45
    Leipzig, Hbf
    18:30Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £471One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH153+SwissLH5744
    10:203h15
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    13:35Geneva International Airport
    £3241One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 595 · ICE 105 · IR 1872 · IC 526
    8:499h06
    Leipzig Hbf
    17:55Geneva station
    £531One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 975 · IR 2526
    8:499h16
    Leipzig Hbf
    18:05Geneva station
    £531One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 726
    8:4910h36
    Leipzig Hbf
    19:25Geneva station
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:4524h05
    Leipzig Hbf
    8:50Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £471One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:3517h35
    Leipzig, Hbf
    19:10Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:0019h40
    Leipzig, Hbf
    6:40Geneve, Place Dorcière
    £571One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 698 · 18504+CitizenPlane5183
    6:2210h48
    Leipzig Hbf
    17:10Geneva International Airport
    £791One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS2 · ICE 698 · 18504+easyJetU25183
    6:2210h48
    Leipzig Hbf
    17:10Geneva International Airport
    £831One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 606 · 21833+CitizenPlane5183
    6:1210h58
    Leipzig Hbf
    17:10Geneva International Airport
    £871One-way
    2 changes

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FAQs: Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Geneva.

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There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Geneva including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Geneva is a coach with an average price of £80.

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

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Geneva costing on average £112.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Geneva costing on average £389.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 48m.

Coach takes on average 16h 44m.

The Leipzig to Geneva distance is approximately 731 km.
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Geneva is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Geneva by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Geneva by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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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