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Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg
Major archaeological museum in a former monastery, presenting finds from the Lake Constance region and the wider south-west of Germany.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Konstanz
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£89
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
4 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
4 h 10 m
Trains on 19 Sept
17
Distance
282 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Konstanz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Konstanz will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Fast trains
To travel from Geneva to Konstanz you need to make at least one change.
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 1 11145 | 111459:054h36Geneva station13:41Kreuzlingen Hafen Station£681One-way3 changes- IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · RE 48 4920 | 4920 · S 1 11152 | 111529:054h33Geneva station13:38Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station£691One-way3 changes
- IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 14 23862 | 238629:054h26Geneva station13:31Kreuzlingen station£691One-way3 changes
- IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · RE 48 4922 | 4922 · S 1 11156 | 1115610:054h33Geneva station14:38Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station£691One-way3 changes
- IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 8 813 | 813 · S 1 11141 | 111418:054h36Geneva station12:41Kreuzlingen Hafen Station£701One-way3 changes
- IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 21199:354h08Geneva station13:43Kreuzlingen station£881One-way1 change
- IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 21178:354h08Geneva station12:43Kreuzlingen station£711One-way1 change
- IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 · S 1 11152 | 111529:354h11Geneva station13:46Kreuzlingen Hafen Station£881One-way2 changes
- IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 1 11148 | 111488:354h11Geneva station12:46Kreuzlingen Hafen Station£711One-way2 changes
- IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 1 11141 | 111418:354h14Geneva station12:49Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station£711One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Geneva to Konstanz
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Konstanz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, while a flight costs an average of £391.
Distance: 282 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £391 Average Price | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Konstanz is a coach with an average price of £64.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Konstanz:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Konstanz costing on average £76.
A coach is £189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Konstanz costing on average £253.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Konstanz is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 9m.
Other travel options to Konstanz take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 5m.
Coach takes on average 12h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Konstanz including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 4h 5m versus 3h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Geneva to Konstanz train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Konstanz trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 8 813 | 813 · S 44 23934 | 23934 | 8:05 Geneva station | 4h14 | 12:19 Kreuzlingen station | 3 changes | |
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · RE 48 4918 | 4918 · S 1 11148 | 11148 | 8:05 Geneva station | 4h33 | 12:38 Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station | 3 changes | |
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 8 813 | 813 · S 1 11141 | 11141 | 8:05 Geneva station | 4h36 | 12:41 Kreuzlingen Hafen Station | 3 changes | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 1 11141 | 11141 | 8:35 Geneva station | 4h14 | 12:49 Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station | 2 changes | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 | 8:35 Geneva station | 4h08 | 12:43 Kreuzlingen station | 1 change | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 1 11148 | 11148 | 8:35 Geneva station | 4h11 | 12:46 Kreuzlingen Hafen Station | 2 changes | |
| IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 14 23862 | 23862 | 8:54 Geneva station | 4h37 | 13:31 Kreuzlingen station | 2 changes | |
| IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 1 11145 | 11145 | 8:54 Geneva station | 4h47 | 13:41 Kreuzlingen Hafen Station | 2 changes | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 14 23862 | 23862 | 9:05 Geneva station | 4h26 | 13:31 Kreuzlingen station | 3 changes | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 81 815 | 815 · S 1 11145 | 11145 | 9:05 Geneva station | 4h36 | 13:41 Kreuzlingen Hafen Station | 3 changes | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · RE 48 4920 | 4920 · S 1 11152 | 11152 | 9:05 Geneva station | 4h33 | 13:38 Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station | 3 changes | |
 96558+ 12176+ 9213 | 9:24 Geneva station | 7h02 | 16:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 | 9:35 Geneva station | 4h08 | 13:43 Kreuzlingen station | 1 change | |
| IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 · S 1 11152 | 11152 | 9:35 Geneva station | 4h11 | 13:46 Kreuzlingen Hafen Station | 2 changes | |
| IC 905 | 905 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 · S 1 11145 | 11145 | 9:35 Geneva station | 4h14 | 13:49 Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station | 2 changes | |
| IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · RE 48 4922 | 4922 · S 1 11156 | 11156 | 10:05 Geneva station | 4h33 | 14:38 Tägerwilen-Gottlieben Station | 3 changes | |
| 9768 · 9219 | 10:27 Geneva station | 9h59 | 20:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Konstanz
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Geneva to Konstanz run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Konstanz trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Konstanz from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest SBB Price
£58
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price
£145
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Konstanz
Things to do in Konstanz
Discover the best of Konstanz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Konstanz trip today.
- Recommended
Rosgartenmuseum
Museum on the history and culture of the Lake Constance region, housed in a former guild building near the cathedral and old town lanes.
Städtische Wessenberg-Galerie
Local art gallery with changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in a central old town setting. A good stop for current regional art.
- Must visit
Altstadt
The historic old town is ideal for walking, with medieval lanes, colourful houses, shops, and easy access to the cathedral and harbour.
- Must visit
Hafenpromenade
Lakeside promenade by the harbour with views across the water, passing the Imperia statue, boats, and some of the city’s best casual viewpoints.
- Recommended
Stadtgarten
Green park and lakeside walking area with open lawns, sculptures and long views over Lake Constance. Popular for a relaxed stroll near the centre.
Flädlesuppe
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A classic Swabian and Lake Constance comfort dish found across traditional inns.
- Gluten-free
Bodenseefelchen
Fresh Lake Constance whitefish, usually pan-fried or grilled. It is a regional staple thanks to the lake’s long fishing tradition.
- Vegetarian
Käsespätzle
Cheese noodles layered with fried onions, common in Swabia. Rich, filling and widely loved in southern Germany and around Lake Constance.
Zum Pfannkuchen
Traditional venue in the old town serving Baden and Swabian cuisine, including fish and hearty classics, in a cosy historic setting.
Le Marron
Elegant restaurant inside Hotel Halm, noted for a refined interior and a menu mixing regional ingredients with international influences.
Constanzer Wirtshaus
Historic lakeside beer garden and restaurant known for regional dishes and local beer, with relaxed outdoor seating by the water.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany. Hotels can rise in summer; dining is mid-priced, while local buses and ferries are fairly reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-14 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is standard. In cafés and taxis, round up to a convenient amount for good service.
HandyTicket Deutschland
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.90
- Day pass
- €14.50
To the city centre
Konstanz Bahnhof -> Marktstätte, Konstanz
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- City-Zone Konstanz tickets are valid on all Stadtwerke Konstanz bus lines except Nachtschwärmer services; buy before travel where possible.
- The official operator offers HandyTicket mobile tickets. Card acceptance on buses is not confirmed from the official fare pages, so check before boarding.
FAQs: Geneva to Konstanz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Konstanz 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 Konstanz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Konstanz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The train journey from Geneva to Konstanz covers a distance of 282 km and takes approximately 3h 56m. Trains run 18 per day.
The train distance from Geneva to Konstanz is 282 km.
The first train from Geneva to Konstanz leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Geneva to Konstanz departs at 19:53.
Trains from Geneva to Konstanz run approximately 18 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Geneva to Konstanz.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Konstanz.
To get from Geneva to Konstanz, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Konstanz.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Konstanz is Geneva station, and it arrives at Kreuzlingen station.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Konstanz is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Geneva to Konstanz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Geneva to Konstanz is quite scenic, offering stunning views of the Swiss countryside, the Alps, and Lake Geneva as you travel through picturesque landscapes.
A day trip from Geneva to Konstanz is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 56m. However, there are 3 train services available per day for this 282 km route.
To fully explore Konstanz, including its historic Old Town, the Mainau Island, and the scenic Lake Constance area, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Konstanz.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Konstanz
Most Geneva to Konstanz trains use the Genève to Kreuzlingen station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Konstanz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Geneva
Arrival train stations in Konstanz
Which Geneva station do trains to Konstanz leave from?
Trains from Geneva to Konstanz leave from Genève. The station is 1 km from Geneva city centre at Place de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland.
GenèvePlace de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland+41 900 300 300
City-centre transport
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Bus10, 19, 20, 3, 5 · 4m · £9 · every ~38 min
15 · 10m · £9
274 · 13m · £2 · every ~2 min
Tram14, 18 · 4m · £7 · every ~34 min
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.
Genève, CornavinPl. de Cornavin 7, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
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.
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