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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
6 h 3 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 723 · IC 1625 · ICE 70 · ICE 91213:206h18Geneva station19:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£611One-way3 changes- IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 3709:056h04Geneva station15:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£711One-way3 changes
- IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 3708:546h15Geneva station15:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£711One-way2 changes
- IC 721 · IC 1623 · EC 5320 · ICE 57412:206h20Geneva station18:40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£811One-way3 changes
- IR 2523 · ICE 27612:546h15Geneva station19:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£901One-way1 change
- IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 1088:056h03Geneva station14:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1221One-way3 changes
- IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 10610:056h03Geneva station16:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1221One-way2 changes
- IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 3709:056h03Geneva station15:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1221One-way4 changes
- IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 10412:056h03Geneva station18:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1071One-way3 changes
- IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 51413:056h03Geneva station19:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1071One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Geneva to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main 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 45m. 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 £107.
Distance: 474 km
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£112 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £221 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 44m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m 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
Geneva to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 18491 · IR 2543 · IR 2155 · RE 2304 | 22:37 Geneva station | 10h32 | 9:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
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| IR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 200 | On time 6:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 12:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 200 | On time 6:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 12:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IC 709 · ICE 108 | On time 6:20 Geneva station | 7h48 | 14:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| IR 2511 · ICE 372 | On time 6:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 13:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 711 · IC 1613 · ICE 6 | 7:20 Geneva station | 6h20 | 13:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 711 · IC 1613 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 7:20 Geneva station | 6h18 | 13:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IC 711 · ICE 370 | On time 7:20 Geneva station | 7h49 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| IR 2513 · IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 7:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 14:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2513 · IC 964 · ICE 108 | On time 7:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 14:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108 | On time 8:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 14:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108 | On time 8:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 14:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 8:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 | On time 8:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | On time 9:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | On time 9:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 changes | |
| IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 9:20 Geneva station | 6h18 | 15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 | On time 9:20 Geneva station | 6h20 | 15:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 9:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 16:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| IR 2517 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 9:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 16:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 10:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 16:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 | On time 10:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 16:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| IC 717 · ICE 104 | On time 10:20 Geneva station | 7h48 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 10:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 | On time 10:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 17:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 17:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 changes | |
| IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 594 | On time 11:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 18:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 11:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104 | On time 12:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104 | On time 12:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 18:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IC 721 · IC 1623 · EC 5320 · ICE 574 | On time 12:20 Geneva station | 6h20 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 721 · ICE 102 | 12:20 Geneva station | 7h48 | 20:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| IC 721 · IC 1623 · EC 5320 | On time 12:20 Geneva station | 6h24 | 18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2523 · ICE 276 | On time 12:54 Geneva station | 6h15 | 19:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| IR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 12:54 Geneva station | 6h14 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 13:05 Geneva station | 6h03 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 | On time 13:05 Geneva station | 6h04 | 19:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 723 · IC 1625 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 13:20 Geneva station | 6h18 | 19:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 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 3m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Frankfurt am Main from £25. 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.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Geneva to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Frankfurt am Main
Most Geneva to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Genève to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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