Rome to Geneva by bus
Geneva lies 699 km (434 mi) north-west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 47 min including stops, over roughly 852 km (530 mi) of road.
| Rome | Geneva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Switzerland |
| Population | 2.3 million | 201,741 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
What changes when you arrive in Geneva
Crossing from Italy 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 Rome to Geneva
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Staying in Geneva
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Common questions
How far is Geneva from Rome?
699 km (434 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rome; by road roughly 852 km (530 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Geneva by bus?
About 12 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome 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.