The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Geneva
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Geneva will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $90.
Of the 21 trains that leave Zurich for Geneva every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 18169:59 AM2h56Zurich Altstetten12:55 PMGeneva station$901One-way2 changes
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 71410:16 AM3h09Zurich Altstetten1:25 PMGeneva station$931One-way1 change
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:04 AM2h51Zurich HB12:55 PMGeneva station$941One-way1 change
IC 1 712 | 7129:15 AM3h10Zürich Oerlikon12:25 PMGeneva station$941One-way0 changes
IC 1 712 | 7129:32 AM2h53Zurich HB12:25 PMGeneva station$941One-way0 changes
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:04 AM2h51Zurich HB12:55 PMGeneva station$941One-way1 change
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18128:04 AM2h51Zurich HB10:55 AMGeneva station$961One-way1 change
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18149:04 AM2h51Zurich HB11:55 AMGeneva station$1121One-way1 change
IC 1 712 | 7129:32 AM2h53Zurich HB12:25 PMGeneva station$941One-way0 changes
IC 1 710 | 7108:32 AM2h53Zurich HB11:25 AMGeneva station$981One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $406.
Distance: 224 km
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$97 Average Price | $24 Average Price Cheapest | $530 Average Price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Geneva trains for today, Tuesday, 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h10 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18565 | 18565 · IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 3h09 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 9 18965 | 18965 · IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h09 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 2h53 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 48 4931 | 4931 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 5:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h07 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2378 | 2378 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 5:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h56 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 6:04 PM Zurich HB | 2h51 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 730 | 730 | 6:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h10 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18969 | 18969 · IC 1 730 | 730 | 6:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h09 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 5 18569 | 18569 · IC 1 730 | 730 | 6:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 3h09 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 730 | 730 | 6:32 PM Zurich HB | 2h53 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 35 2380 | 2380 · IC 5 534 | 534 · RE 33 18482 | 18482 | 6:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 3h26 | 10:25 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 5 534 | 534 · RE 33 18482 | 18482 | 7:04 PM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 10:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday, 22 April | |||||
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h51 | 10:55 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h10 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h09 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h09 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h53 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h07 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h56 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h51 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h10 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h09 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h09 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h53 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
9210 · 9775 | On time 9:34 AM Zurich HB | 7h57 | 5:31 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h56 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 2h51 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h09 | 1:25 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
9218 · 9777 | On time 11:34 AM Zurich HB | 7h55 | 7:29 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
9222+ 12177+ 96522 | On time 1:34 PM Zurich HB | 7h01 | 8:35 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
9222 · 9781 | On time 1:34 PM Zurich HB | 7h57 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
9226+ 9580+ 96530 | On time 3:34 PM Zurich HB | 7h04 | 10:38 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
9226 · 9789 | On time 3:34 PM Zurich HB | 7h55 | 11:29 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Geneva
Trains from Zurich to Geneva run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 but you can travel from only $24 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Geneva trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Geneva from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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