Geneva, Switzerland to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

499.3 miles 803.6 km · straight line
599.2 miles estimated 964.3 km · driving distance
12h 3min estimated drive time
CHF 116 - CHF 143 estimated fuel cost
~1h 30min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Geneva, Switzerland from Vienna?

The distance from Geneva, Switzerland to Vienna is 499.3 miles (803.6 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ENE of Geneva, Switzerland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 599.2 miles, taking about 12h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Geneva, Switzerland is in Switzerland, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Geneva, Switzerland and Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 3min CHF 116 - CHF 143 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 28min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~15h 40min $72–$210* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Geneva, Switzerland & Vienna

Quick Facts

Geneva, Switzerland
46.20°N, 6.14°E
Europe/Zurich
375m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 166 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients