The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Geneva
Cheapest price
£106
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Geneva will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £106.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne for Geneva every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.
15:206h11Cologne21:31Geneva£1061One-way0 changes
15:206h11Cologne21:31Geneva£1061One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £188.
Distance: 302 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£103 Average Price | £228 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:20 Cologne | 6h11 | 21:31 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Geneva
Trains from Cologne to Geneva run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 13:27. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 13:27 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Geneva trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Geneva from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cologne to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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 Cologne and Geneva
- 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
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