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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£64
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 28 m
Trains on 05 Sept
15
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 15 trains from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
IC 901 | 901 · IR 75 2111 | 21115:253h19Genève-Aéroport8:44Zurich Airport£641One-way1 change- IC 1 709 | 7096:143h35Genève-Aéroport9:49Zurich Airport£691One-way0 changes
- IC 1 713 | 7138:143h35Genève-Aéroport11:49Zurich Airport£691One-way0 changes
- IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 21178:143h30Genève-Aéroport11:44Zurich Airport£691One-way1 change
- IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 21136:143h30Genève-Aéroport9:44Zurich Airport£691One-way1 change
- IC 901 | 901 · IR 75 2111 | 21115:253h19Genève-Aéroport8:44Zurich Airport£641One-way1 change
- IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 21178:143h30Genève-Aéroport11:44Zurich Airport£691One-way1 change
- IC 903 | 903 · IR 75 2115 | 21157:143h30Genève-Aéroport10:44Zurich Airport£741One-way1 change
- IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 21136:143h30Genève-Aéroport9:44Zurich Airport£691One-way1 change
- IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 21199:143h30Genève-Aéroport12:44Zurich Airport£751One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £74, while a flight costs an average of £262.
Distance: 231 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price | £86 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport:
A train is £188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport costing on average £262.
Other travel options to Zurich Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 17m.
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
The journey is about 2m faster (3h 21m by train vs 3h 23m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£74 vs £86). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:25 Geneva International Airport | 3h24 | 10:49 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:25 Geneva International Airport | 3h24 | 11:49 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| IC 901 | 901 · IR 75 2111 | 2111 | 5:25 Genève-Aéroport | 3h19 | 8:44 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
| RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 | 5:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h44 | 9:14 Zurich Airport | 2 changes | |
| RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 5:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h41 | 9:11 Zurich Airport | 3 changes | |
| IC 1 709 | 709 | 6:14 Genève-Aéroport | 3h35 | 9:49 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 6:14 Genève-Aéroport | 3h30 | 9:44 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
| RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 6:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h41 | 10:11 Zurich Airport | 3 changes | |
| RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 | 6:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h44 | 10:14 Zurich Airport | 2 changes | |
| IC 903 | 903 · IR 75 2115 | 2115 | 7:14 Genève-Aéroport | 3h30 | 10:44 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
| RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 7:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h41 | 11:11 Zurich Airport | 3 changes | |
| RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 7:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h44 | 11:14 Zurich Airport | 2 changes | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 | 8:14 Genève-Aéroport | 3h30 | 11:44 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:14 Genève-Aéroport | 3h35 | 11:49 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 8:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h41 | 12:11 Zurich Airport | 3 changes | |
| RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 | 8:30 Genève-Aéroport | 3h44 | 12:14 Zurich Airport | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport
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Trains from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 07:25. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 231 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 7:25 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva International Airport and Zurich Airport from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva International Airport to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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