Lake Geneva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Geneva

With a population of 7,651, Lake Geneva is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States.

Where to Eat in Lake Geneva

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Grandview Restaurant (N2009 S Lake Shore Dr) and Medusa Grill & Bistro (501 Broad St) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva in November
Estimated hotel price
$203
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in November
Estimated hotel price
$203
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake Geneva in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -11 °C, with an average temperature of -6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 107 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lake Geneva, with an average rainfall of 37 mm.

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How to Get to Lake Geneva

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 59 km from Lake Geneva. The shortest flight to Lake Geneva from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Geneva. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $62 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 129 km and will cost you around $124. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 59 km from Lake Geneva. The shortest flight to Lake Geneva from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Geneva. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $62 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 129 km and will cost you around $124. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Lake Geneva

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,730 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,550 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

Average rates range from around $478 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $753 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Lake Geneva.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva

Hiring a car in Lake Geneva

Expect to pay $1.69 per litre in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.23 and $26.97.

Expect to pay $1.69 per litre in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.23 and $26.97.