Geneva, Switzerland to Oslo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

965.8 miles 1554.3 km · straight line
1159 miles estimated 1865.2 km · driving distance
23h 19min estimated drive time
CHF 224 - CHF 276 estimated fuel cost
~2h 27min flight time
10° N bearing direction

How far is Geneva, Switzerland from Oslo?

The distance from Geneva, Switzerland to Oslo is 965.8 miles (1554.3 km) as the crow flies. Oslo is located N of Geneva, Switzerland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1159 miles, taking about 23h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 27min. Geneva, Switzerland is in Switzerland, while Oslo is in Norway.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Geneva, Switzerland and Oslo. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Geneva, Switzerland to Oslo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 19min CHF 224 - CHF 276 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 59min $93–$174* Budget
Train ~30h 19min $139–$406* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Geneva, Switzerland & Oslo

Quick Facts

Geneva, Switzerland
46.20°N, 6.14°E
Europe/Zurich
375m elevation
Oslo
59.91°N, 10.75°E
Europe/Oslo
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 322 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 80 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients