Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Geneva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Geneva

With a population of 21,495, Geneva is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Geneva deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Geneva

If you’re looking for affordable options, Livia Italian Eatery - Geneva (207 S 3rd St) and Gia Mia - Geneva (13 N Third St) are great picks.

When to visit Geneva

Geneva in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Geneva in January
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Geneva

Plane

Although Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Geneva. Chicago Greater Rockford is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Geneva departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Geneva. The train journey from Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 56 km from Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Geneva, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Geneva takes 290 km and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 306 km.

Plane

Although Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Geneva. Chicago Greater Rockford is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Geneva departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Geneva. The train journey from Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 56 km from Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Geneva, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Geneva takes 290 km and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 306 km.

Airports near Geneva

RFDChicago Greater Rockford
MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell

Airlines serving Geneva

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,961 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Geneva

Most booked hotels in Geneva

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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/St. Charles
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 270 reviews)
$115+
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The Herrrington Inn And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 217 reviews)
$232+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Geneva- West Chicago
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 268 reviews)
$116+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago West - St Charles
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 248 reviews)
$112+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago St. Charles
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 229 reviews)
$104+
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Quality Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 494 reviews)
$81+
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Renting a car in Geneva

Renting a car in Geneva costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Geneva.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Geneva is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Geneva costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Geneva.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Geneva is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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