The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
12
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 £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICE 73 · IC 1626 · IC 526 · IR 1826
ICE 275 · IC 520 · IR 1820
ICE 73 · IC 1528 · IC 726
ICE 71 · IC 623 · IC 1522 · IC 720
ICE 571 · IC 485 · IC 1524 · IC 902
ICE 913 · ECE 151 · IC 1618 · IC 518
ICE 73 · IC 1626 · IC 526 · IR 1826
ECE 151 · IC 1618 · IC 518 · IR 1818
ICE 515 · ICE 277 · IC 1624 · IC 524
ICE 513 · ICE 275 · IC 520 · IR 1820Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Omio 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 £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £174.
Distance: 474 km
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£110 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £269 Average Price |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m 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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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trains for today, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 151 · IC 1618 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | On time 07:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h50 | 12:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ECE 151 · IC 619 · IC 716 | On time 07:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h24 | 13:29 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 913 · ECE 151 · IC 1618 · IC 518 | On time 07:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h47 | 12:55 Geneva station | 4 changes | |
ICE 913 · ECE 151 · IC 619 · IC 716 | On time 07:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h21 | 13:29 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 275 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | On time 07:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 13:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 275 · IR 2520 | On time 07:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 14:05 Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 513 · ICE 275 · IR 2520 | On time 07:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 14:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 275 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | On time 07:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 13:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 571 · IC 485 · IC 722 | On time 08:24 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 8h01 | 16:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 71 · IC 623 · IC 720 | On time 09:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h20 | 15:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 623 · IC 720 | On time 09:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h17 | 15:25 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Geneva from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to 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.
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Geneva
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Blackbox Burger
- Da Cimino
- Tandori Taste
- Amalfi
- Hotel Essential by Dorint
- Niederräder Hof
- Hotel Niederrad
- Istanbul
- Dein Döner
- Da Massimo
- Damiro Westsite
- Attaché
- Fair Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City
- Hotel Lloyed
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- 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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