Geneva to Lauterbrunnen train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept

Cheapest price on 08 Sept

£48

Average ticket price on 08 Sept

£68

Fastest journey on 08 Sept

3 h 21 m

Average journey duration on 08 Sept

3 h 21 m

Trains on 08 Sept

44

Distance

142 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.

Fast trains

To travel from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • SBBRE 33 18489 | 18489 · IR 15 2541 | 2541 · IC 61 991 | 991 · R 62 135 | 135
    21:388h46
    Geneva station
    6:24Lauterbrunnen station
    £481One-way
    3 changes
  • SBBRE 33 18441 | 18441 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · IC 61 607 | 607
    0:277h29
    Geneva station
    7:56Lauterbrunnen station
    £531One-way
    4 changes
  • SBBRE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 61 957 | 957 · R 62 143 | 143
    4:044h22
    Geneva station
    8:26Lauterbrunnen station
    £541One-way
    3 changes
  • SBBIC 1 707 | 707 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 62 147 | 147
    5:333h53
    Geneva station
    9:26Lauterbrunnen station
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 62 163 | 163
    9:543h32
    Geneva station
    13:26Lauterbrunnen station
    £561One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Geneva to Lauterbrunnen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £65, while a train costs an average of £65.

Distance: 142 km

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Driving

£65

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SBB

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is a train with an average price of £65.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Lauterbrunnen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Geneva and Lauterbrunnen including taking a coach and train.
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 £65 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 2h 39m 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 Lauterbrunnen train times

The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lauterbrunnen trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615 · R 62 157 | 1578:35 Geneva station
3h21
11:56 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 62 159 | 1598:54 Geneva station
3h32
12:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 62 161 | 1619:05 Geneva station
3h51
12:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 62 161 | 1619:35 Geneva station
3h21
12:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 62 163 | 1639:35 Geneva station
3h51
13:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 62 163 | 1639:54 Geneva station
3h32
13:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · IC 61 619 | 619 · R 62 165 | 16510:35 Geneva station
3h21
13:56 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 15 2519 | 2519 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 62 167 | 16710:54 Geneva station
3h32
14:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 6 622 | 622 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 · R 62 169 | 16911:05 Geneva station
3h51
14:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 · R 62 169 | 16911:35 Geneva station
3h21
14:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · IC 81 818 | 818 · R 62 171 | 17111:35 Geneva station
3h51
15:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 15 2521 | 2521 · IC 81 818 | 818 · R 62 171 | 17111:54 Geneva station
3h32
15:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIC 1 721 | 721 · IC 61 623 | 623 · R 62 173 | 17312:35 Geneva station
3h21
15:56 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 15 2523 | 2523 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 17512:54 Geneva station
3h32
16:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIR 90 1821 | 1821 · IC 6 626 | 626 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 · R 62 177 | 17713:05 Geneva station
3h51
16:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 723 | 723 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 62 179 | 17913:35 Geneva station
3h51
17:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIC 1 723 | 723 · IC 6 625 | 625 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 · R 62 177 | 17713:35 Geneva station
3h21
16:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIR 15 2525 | 2525 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 62 179 | 17913:54 Geneva station
3h32
17:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIC 1 725 | 725 · IC 61 627 | 627 · R 62 181 | 18114:35 Geneva station
3h21
17:56 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
Tuesday 8 September
SBBRE 33 18441 | 18441 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · IC 61 607 | 6070:27 Geneva station
7h29
7:56 Lauterbrunnen station4 changes
SBBRE 33 18401 | 18401 · S 40 24611 | 24611 · RE 2 3805 | 3805 · IC 61 957 | 9574:04 Geneva station
4h22
8:26 Lauterbrunnen station4 changes
SBBRE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 61 957 | 957 · R 62 143 | 1434:04 Geneva station
4h22
8:26 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIC 1 707 | 707 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 62 147 | 1475:33 Geneva station
3h53
9:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes
SBBIC 1 707 | 707 · EC 61 | 61 · RE 9 4212 | 4212 · R 62 145 | 1455:33 Geneva station
3h23
8:56 Lauterbrunnen station3 changes
SBBIR 15 2509 | 2509 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 62 147 | 1475:54 Geneva station
3h32
9:26 Lauterbrunnen station2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen

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Trains from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 3h 21m.

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
Distance
142 km
Average train duration
3h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:30
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
42 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

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Lauterbrunnen from £49. 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
3h 21m
Cheapest SBB Price
£49
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
3h 21m
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
10 a day

Complete guide to Lauterbrunnen

Things to do in Lauterbrunnen

Discover the best of Lauterbrunnen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lauterbrunnen trip today.

  • Must visit

Eispalast Jungfraujoch

Ice gallery carved inside the glacier at Jungfraujoch, featuring illuminated passages and sculpted displays.

  • Recommended

Talmuseum Lauterbrunnen

Local valley museum covering alpine life, farming, transport and tourism history in the Lauterbrunnen area.

  • Recommended

Jungfrau Bahn Erlebnis Kleine Scheidegg

Railway-themed exhibition at Kleine Scheidegg about the Jungfrau Railway and high-alpine engineering.

Swiss franc (CHF, symbol: CHF)

Very high prices versus most Alpine destinations; hotels, dining and mountain transport in Lauterbrunnen and the Jungfrau region are notably costly.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for takeaway or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is included. Round up or leave CHF 1-5 in cafés, taxis and casual restaurants; about 5-10% only for notably good service.

FAQs: Geneva to Lauterbrunnen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen covers a distance of 142 km and takes approximately 3h 21m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is 142 km.
The first train from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen departs at 23:30.
Trains from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen.
To get from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Lauterbrunnen is Geneva station, and it arrives at Lauterbrunnen station.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is by train, costing approximately £49.
Booking trains from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen is scenic, offering picturesque views of Lake Geneva, the Swiss countryside, and the majestic Alps, providing a memorable travel experience.
A day trip from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 21m. However, there are 7 train journeys available per day for this 142 km trip.
In Lauterbrunnen, visitors can explore Trümmelbach Falls, a series of glacier waterfalls inside a mountain, and enjoy the panoramic views from Jungfraujoch, a high-altitude railway station. The village offers a view of Staubbach Falls, one of Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. Nearby, Mürren is a car-free village with stunning mountain views, while Schilthorn offers a revolving restaurant and breathtaking views of the Bernese Alps. The Lauterbrunnen Valley is also a picturesque area with lush meadows, traditional chalets, and numerous hiking trails.
Most visitors spend around 2 to 3 days in Lauterbrunnen to enjoy its stunning landscapes, explore nearby villages like Wengen and Mürren, and visit iconic sites such as Trümmelbach Falls and Staubbach Falls.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Lauterbrunnen

Most Geneva to Lauterbrunnen trains use the Genève to Lauterbrunnen station pair, with some services arriving at Jungfraujoch. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen

Which Geneva station do trains to Lauterbrunnen leave from?

Trains from Geneva to Lauterbrunnen 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 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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-AéroportRoute de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre

Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus274 · 19m · £4 · every ~2 min
10 · 20m · £8 · every ~11 min
5, 10 · 27m · £8 · every ~24 min

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, CornavinPl. de Cornavin 7, 1201 Genève, SwitzerlandParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental

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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