The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£559
Average price
£564
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Edinburgh will cost around £564 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £559.
To travel from Geneva to Edinburgh you need to make at least 4 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a train costs an average of £563.
Distance: 1263 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£568 Average Price | £119 Average Price | £115 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 6m Average total duration 32h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:29 Geneva | 12h35 | 19:04 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:29 Geneva | 12h35 | 21:04 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:30 Geneva | 12h35 | 23:05 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 16:29 Geneva | 18h39 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 18:29 Geneva | 20h32 | 15:01 Edinburgh | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Edinburgh
Trains from Geneva to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £563 but you can travel from only £45 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 1263 km distance in 11h 43m.
Distance 1263 km |
Average train duration 14h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £563 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 43m |
First train 06:29 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Geneva to Edinburgh trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Geneva and Edinburgh from £45. 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 to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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