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Musée d'art et d'histoire
Major art and archaeology museum with collections from antiquity to modern works. A rewarding choice for a broad cultural visit.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522
IC 60471 · IC 1614 · IC 710
IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824
ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 1818
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 1624 · IC 720
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · IC 1632 · IC 728
ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 1822
ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 474 km
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£79 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £209 Average Price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 60403 · IC 1610 · IC 706 | Delayed 0:06 2:06Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h19 | 9:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 60403 · IC 1610 · IC 706 | Delayed 0:45 2:45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h40 | 9:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708 | Delayed 1:41 3:41Frankfurt South station | 6h44 | 10:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 60471 · IC 1614 · IC 710 | Delayed 2:32 4:32Frankfurt South station | 6h53 | 11:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
ICE 699 · IC 60403 · IC 1610 · IC 706 | 2:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h39 | 9:25 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
S9 · S6 · ICE 273 · IC 667 | 5:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h40 | 11:55 Geneva station | 5 changes | |
S9 · S6 · ICE 273 · IC 963 | 5:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h50 | 12:05 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 78 · ICE 273 · IC 714 | 5:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 8h02 | 13:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 273 · IC 714 | 5:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h35 | 13:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 275 · IR 1862 · IC 516 · IR 1816 | On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 12:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516 | On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 13:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 275 · IC 716 | On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h35 | 14:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516 | On time 6:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 13:05 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IR 1862 · IC 516 | On time 6:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 12:55 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · IR 2518 | On time 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 14:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 13:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 101 · IR 2518 | 7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 14:05 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h53 | 13:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ECE 151 · IC 1620 · IC 716 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h23 | 14:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ECE 151 · IC 718 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 15:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 277 · IC 720 | On time 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h35 | 16:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | On time 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 14:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 15:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 | On time 8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 14:55 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 15:05 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 | On time 9:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 15:55 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | On time 9:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 16:05 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 1822 | 9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 15:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | 9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 16:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 1624 · IC 720 | On time 10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h03 | 16:25 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824 | On time 10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 16:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 10:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 17:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 105 · IR 1872 · IC 526 · IR 1826 | On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 17:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 105 · IC 726 | On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h34 | 19:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · IC 975 · IR 2526 | On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 18:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724 | 12:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 18:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 19:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 · IR 1828 | 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 18:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 | On time 12:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 18:55 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | On time 12:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 19:05 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 2587 · ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 13:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 20:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 2587 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 13:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 19:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 20:05 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 19:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · IC 1632 · IC 728 | On time 14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h03 | 20:25 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Geneva — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Geneva trip today.
Major art and archaeology museum with collections from antiquity to modern works. A rewarding choice for a broad cultural visit.
International Red Cross and Red Crescent museum with immersive exhibitions on humanitarian action, conflict and human dignity.
Science museum in a handsome lakeside villa with historic instruments and hands-on displays. Especially enjoyable for curious visitors.
Geneva's Old Town is a maze of lanes, small squares and historic houses. Ideal for walking, viewpoints, shops and quiet corners.
Elegant lakeside promenade and quay facing the Jet d'Eau and Mont Blanc. Excellent for strolling, relaxing and classic city views.
Beloved English-style park with flower clock, statues and lake access. A central green space that suits a gentle city break.
Melted cheese with white wine and kirsch, shared communally. A Swiss classic widely enjoyed in Geneva, especially in winter.
Small perch fillets, usually from Lake Geneva, pan-fried and served simply. A regional favourite tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
A rich pie of potatoes, leeks, cream and Gruyère. Traditional in nearby western Switzerland and commonly eaten in Geneva.
Long-running traditional restaurant serving fondue, raclette and other Swiss staples in a cosy, rustic atmosphere near the centre.
Historic chocolate shop and tea room known for hot chocolate, pastries and light lunches in an elegant old-town setting.
Classic old-town address for Swiss and Genevan dishes, including fondue and seasonal specialities, in a traditional timbered dining room.
Geneva is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport costs, though public transport is efficient and some hotels include local travel cards.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for excellent service; round up taxi fares modestly.
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Genève-Aéroport station -> Genève-Cornavin, Geneva
Deutsche Bahn runs several trains a day connecting Frankfurt with the Swiss city of Geneva. Trains run throughout the day, with a gap between 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. The fastest trains take just under six hours to complete the journey, but some trains (including the overnight service) can take up to 11 hours to reach Geneva. All trains require a transfer at Mannheim, Basel, Delemont, Lausanne, Bern, or Olten, and the number of transfers range from one to four. There are two departure stations: Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (the city's central station) and Frankfurt Sud, located on the southern bank of the river Main. The arrival station is Geneva Cornavin, situated right in the downtown area.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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