Paris to Geneva by bus
Geneva lies 410 km (255 mi) south-east of Paris, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 500 km (311 mi) of road.
| Paris | Geneva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | Switzerland |
| Population | 2.1 million | 201,741 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
What changes when you arrive in Geneva
Crossing from France into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Paris to Geneva
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Staying in Geneva
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Common questions
How far is Geneva from Paris?
410 km (255 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Paris; by road roughly 500 km (311 mi).
How long does it take to get from Paris to Geneva by bus?
About 7 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Paris and Geneva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Geneva?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.