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

The distance between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg is around 131km (82 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 20m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Fribourg/Freiburg.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 79($80)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Lausanne then take the train to Fribourg/Freiburg.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 58($59)
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Drive

Drive to Fribourg.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance136km (84 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg

There are several options for getting from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fribourg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around CHF 58 ($59) and will take around 1h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 18 ($18).

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

It takes around 1h 30m to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fribourg is to drive which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx CHF 18 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train 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 Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 30m.

Swiss Railways run train services between Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 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 Fribourg. We recommend that you drive to Fribourg. instead which will take 1h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Fribourg from Geneva International Airport (GVA) is to drive which will take 1h 20m and cost around CHF 18 ($18).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fribourg. We recommend that you take the train to Fribourg/Freiburg. instead which will take 1h 30m.

The closest major airport to Fribourg is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 91km (57 miles) from Fribourg. 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 Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg. The distance is around 136km (84 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fribourg is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 30m and will usually cost around CHF 79 ($80).

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

Compare travel optionsbetween Geneva International Airport (GVA) and Fribourg

Transport options from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fribourg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 30m
CHF 79($80)
hourly131km (82 miles)
Bus and Train
1h 50m
CHF 58($59)
hourly145km (90 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
CHF 18($18)
on demand136km (84 miles)

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Airports near Fribourg

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

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
91km (57 miles) from Fribourg
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Fribourg
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
207km (129 miles) from Fribourg