How to travel from Zagreb to Geneva, Switzerland

The distance between Zagreb and Geneva is around 938km (583 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Zagreb to Geneva by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Zagreb (ZAG) to Geneva (GVA).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time2h 20m
  • Typical cost
    CHF 485($495)
Operated by

Croatia Airlines

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3 x train
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Train

Take the train to Salzburg Hbf then Zuerich Hb and then to Genève.

  • Duration14h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    CHF 265($270)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Geneva.

  • Duration18h 30m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    CHF 59($60)
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car
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Drive

Drive to Geneva.

  • Duration9h 10m
  • Distance938km (583 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zagreb and Geneva

There are several options for getting from Zagreb to Geneva by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 59 ($60) and will take around 18h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 485 ($495).

The distance between Zagreb and Geneva is around 938km (583 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 760km (472 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Zagreb and Geneva by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Geneva is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx CHF 485 ($495).

The cheapest way to travel between Zagreb and Geneva, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 59 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zagreb and Geneva. It typically takes around 14h 55m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Zagreb to Geneva. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Salzburg Hbf and Zuerich Hb. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 14h 55m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP), Railjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Austrian Railways (ÖBB) and Swiss Railways run train services between Zagreb and Geneva. Trains depart once daily and will take around 14h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Zagreb and Geneva. It typically takes around 18h 30m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Zagreb and Geneva with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 18h 30m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Zagreb and Geneva. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 18h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Zagreb and Geneva. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and arrive at Geneva (GVA) - via Munich (MUC). The flight takes around 2h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Zagreb to Geneva. There is however a flight that goes via Munich (MUC). This services will take at least 2h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Zagreb to Geneva typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and and arrive into Geneva (GVA).

The closest major airport to Geneva is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Geneva. Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zagreb and Geneva. The distance is around 938km (583 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zagreb to Geneva is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around CHF 485 ($495).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Zagreb and Geneva

Transport options from Zagreb to Geneva
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 55m
CHF 485($495)
every 10 mins949km (590 miles)
Train + 1 similar
14h 55m
CHF 265($270)
once daily1,164km (723 miles)
Train via Zuerich Hb16h 25m
CHF 240($245)
twice daily1,087km (675 miles)
Bus
18h 30m
CHF 59($60)
5 times a week1,159km (720 miles)
Drive
9h 10m
CHF 185($190)
on demand938km (583 miles)

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Airports near Geneva

The following major airports near Geneva offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Geneva
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
230km (143 miles) from Geneva
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
297km (184 miles) from Geneva