How to travel from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA), Switzerland

The distance between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA) is around 131km (82 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA) by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Geneva International Airport (GVA)Fribourg if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Genève-Aéroport.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 79($80)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Lausanne then take the bus to Genève.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    CHF 58($59)
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Drive

Drive to Geneva Airport (GVA).

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Distance136km (85 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA)

There are several options for getting from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA) by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around CHF 58 ($59) and will take around 1h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 18 ($18).

The distance between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA) is around 131km (82 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 91km (57 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA) by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA) is to drive which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx CHF 18 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA), if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 58 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA). It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA) with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 45m.

Swiss Railways run train services between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA). Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA). We recommend that you drive to Geneva Airport (GVA). instead which will take 1h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Geneva International Airport (GVA) from Fribourg is to drive which will take 1h 25m and cost around CHF 18 ($18).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA). We recommend that you take the train to Genève-Aéroport. instead which will take 1h 45m.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA). The distance is around 136km (85 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA) is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around CHF 79 ($80).

How do I get from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA)

Compare travel optionsbetween Fribourg and Geneva International Airport (GVA)

Transport options from Fribourg to Geneva International Airport (GVA)
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 45m
CHF 79($80)
hourly131km (82 miles)
Train and Bus
1h 55m
CHF 58($59)
every 30 mins148km (92 miles)
Drive
1h 25m
CHF 18($18)
on demand136km (85 miles)

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