How to travel from Geneva to Split, Croatia

The distance between Geneva and Split is around 887km (551 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Geneva to Split by plane, train, ferry, 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 Geneva (GVA) to Split (SPU).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    HRK 1,150($155)
Operated byeasyJet+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Zagreb and then to Split bus station.

  • Duration23h 10m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 640($85)
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Train

Take the train to Zürich HB then Budapest-Kelenfoeld and then to Split.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 5,590($745)
Operated by

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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Ancona then take a ferry to Split.

  • Duration18h 25m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 2,010($270)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Split.

  • Duration12h 15m
  • Distance1,205km (749 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geneva and Split

There are several options for getting from Geneva to Split by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HRK 640 ($85) and will take around 23h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 1,150 ($155).

The distance between Geneva and Split is around 887km (551 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 864km (537 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Geneva and Split by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geneva to Split is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx HRK 1,150 ($155).

The cheapest way to travel between Geneva and Split, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around HRK 640 ($85) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Geneva and Split. It typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Geneva to Split. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Zürich HB and Budapest-Kelenfoeld. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 2h.

Swiss Railways and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) run train services between Geneva and Split. Trains depart 6 times a week and will take around 1 day 2h, 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 Geneva and Split. It typically takes around 23h 10m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Geneva to Split. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Zagreb. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 23h 10m.

FlixBus, Arriva d.o.o., Promet Makarska, Croatia Bus, Samoborček, Autobusni Promet and Slavonija Bus run regular bus services between Geneva and Split. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 23h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Geneva and Split. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) and arrive at Split (SPU). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Geneva and Split with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 35m.

easyJet and Lufthansa fly between Geneva and Split. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) and and arrive into Split (SPU). These flights usually take around 1h 35m.

The flight from Geneva to Split typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) and and arrive into Split (SPU).

The closest major airport to Split is Split Airport (SPU) (SPU) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Split. Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) and Osijek Airport (OSI) (OSI) 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 and Split. The distance is around 1,205km (749 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geneva to Split is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around HRK 1,150 ($155).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Geneva and Split

Transport options from Geneva to Split
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 20m
HRK 1,150($155)
hourly887km (551 miles)
Train and Plane4h 45m
HRK 1,950($260)
every 3 hours1,127km (700 miles)
Train to Zürich Flughafen, Fly5h 20m
HRK 3,105($415)
hourly1,050km (653 miles)
Bus
23h 10m
HRK 640($85)
5 times a week1,584km (984 miles)
Train
1 day 2h
HRK 5,590($745)
6 times a week2,064km (1,283 miles)
Train and Ferry
18h 25m
HRK 2,010($270)
3 times a week1,031km (641 miles)
Drive
12h 15m
HRK 1,825($245)
on demand1,205km (749 miles)

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Airports near Split

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

SPU
Split Airport (SPU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Split
ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
249km (155 miles) from Split
OSI
Osijek Airport (OSI)
International Airport
Distance
287km (178 miles) from Split