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

The distance between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig is around 209km (130 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig 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 BrigGeneva International Airport (GVA) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Brig.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 120($120)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Aigle then take the train to Brig.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 78($79)
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Drive

Drive to Brig.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance209km (130 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig

There are several options for getting from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around CHF 78 ($79) and will take around 2h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 28 ($28).

The distance between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig is around 209km (130 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 145km (90 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx CHF 28 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around CHF 78 ($79) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 30m.

Swiss Railways run train services between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 30m, 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 Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig. We recommend that you drive to Brig. instead which will take 2h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Brig from Geneva International Airport (GVA) is to drive which will take 2h 10m and cost around CHF 28 ($28).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig. We recommend that you take the train to Brig. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Brig is Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) which is approximately 133km (83 miles) from Brig. Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) 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 Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig. The distance is around 209km (130 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around CHF 120 ($120).

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

Compare travel optionsbetween Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Brig

Transport options from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brig
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 30m
CHF 120($120)
hourly212km (131 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 50m
CHF 78($79)
hourly230km (143 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
CHF 28($28)
on demand209km (130 miles)

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Airports near Brig

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

ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
133km (83 miles) from Brig
GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Brig
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
177km (110 miles) from Brig