Geneva to Renens train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Renens

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

32 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

32 m

Trains on 18 Sept

15

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Geneva to Renens will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 trains from Geneva to Renens, including 15 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 32 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.

  • SBBIR 95 1713 | 1713
    8:240h39
    Geneva station
    9:03Renens VD
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 95 1715 | 1715
    9:240h39
    Geneva station
    10:03Renens VD
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 713 | 713
    8:350h32
    Geneva station
    9:07Renens VD
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBRE 33 18463 | 18463
    8:380h45
    Geneva station
    9:23Renens VD
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 715 | 715
    9:350h32
    Geneva station
    10:07Renens VD
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Geneva to Renens

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Renens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £18.

Distance: 51 km

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Driving

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

£50

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 7m

Average total duration

37m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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30m

Additional time*

52m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Renens is a train with an average price of £15.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Renens:

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Geneva to Renens costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Renens is by coach with an average journey time of 34m.

Other travel options to Renens take longer:

Train takes on average 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Geneva and Renens including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 15m faster (37m by train vs 52m by car) and roughly £34 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £50). 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 to Renens train times

The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Renens trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBRE 33 18459 | 184596:38 Geneva station
0h45
7:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1809 | 18097:05 Geneva station
0h32
7:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18407 | 184077:08 Geneva station
0h45
7:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 711 | 7117:35 Geneva station
0h32
8:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18461 | 184617:38 Geneva station
0h45
8:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1811 | 18118:05 Geneva station
0h32
8:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18409 | 184098:08 Geneva station
0h45
8:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1713 | 17138:24 Geneva station
0h39
9:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 713 | 7138:35 Geneva station
0h32
9:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18463 | 184638:38 Geneva station
0h45
9:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1813 | 18139:05 Geneva station
0h32
9:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18411 | 184119:08 Geneva station
0h45
9:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1715 | 17159:24 Geneva station
0h39
10:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 715 | 7159:35 Geneva station
0h32
10:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18465 | 184659:38 Geneva station
0h45
10:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1815 | 181510:05 Geneva station
0h32
10:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18413 | 1841310:08 Geneva station
0h45
10:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1717 | 171710:24 Geneva station
0h39
11:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 717 | 71710:35 Geneva station
0h32
11:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18467 | 1846710:38 Geneva station
0h45
11:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1819 | 181912:05 Geneva station
0h32
12:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18417 | 1841712:08 Geneva station
0h45
12:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1721 | 172112:24 Geneva station
0h39
13:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 721 | 72112:35 Geneva station
0h32
13:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18471 | 1847112:38 Geneva station
0h45
13:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1821 | 182113:05 Geneva station
0h32
13:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18419 | 1841913:08 Geneva station
0h45
13:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 723 | 72313:35 Geneva station
0h32
14:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18473 | 1847313:38 Geneva station
0h45
14:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1823 | 182314:05 Geneva station
0h32
14:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18421 | 1842114:08 Geneva station
0h45
14:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1725 | 172514:24 Geneva station
0h39
15:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 725 | 72514:35 Geneva station
0h32
15:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18475 | 1847514:38 Geneva station
0h45
15:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1825 | 182515:05 Geneva station
0h32
15:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1829 | 182917:05 Geneva station
0h32
17:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18427 | 1842717:08 Geneva station
0h45
17:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1731 | 173117:24 Geneva station
0h39
18:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 731 | 73117:31 Geneva station
0h36
18:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18481 | 1848117:38 Geneva station
0h45
18:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1831 | 183118:05 Geneva station
0h32
18:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18429 | 1842918:08 Geneva station
0h45
18:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 733 | 73318:35 Geneva station
0h32
19:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18483 | 1848318:38 Geneva station
0h45
19:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1833 | 183319:05 Geneva station
0h32
19:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18431 | 1843119:08 Geneva station
0h45
19:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1735 | 173519:24 Geneva station
0h39
20:03 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 735 | 73519:35 Geneva station
0h32
20:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18485 | 1848519:38 Geneva station
0h45
20:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1835 | 183520:05 Geneva station
0h32
20:37 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18433 | 1843320:08 Geneva station
0h45
20:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1737 | 173720:24 Geneva station
0h38
21:02 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 737 | 73720:35 Geneva station
0h32
21:07 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18487 | 1848720:38 Geneva station
0h45
21:23 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18435 | 1843521:08 Geneva station
0h45
21:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1739 | 173921:24 Geneva station
0h40
22:04 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18489 | 1848921:38 Geneva station
0h46
22:24 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18437 | 1843721:58 Geneva station
0h55
22:53 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1741 | 174122:19 Geneva station
0h45
23:04 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18491 | 1849122:39 Geneva station
0h45
23:24 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18439 | 1843923:08 Geneva station
0h46
23:54 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBIR 95 1743 | 174323:15 Geneva station
0h46
0:01 Renens VD0 changesdirect
SBBRE 33 18493 | 1849323:41 Geneva station
0h45
0:26 Renens VD0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Geneva to Renens

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Trains from Geneva to Renens run on average 11 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 32m.

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 £5
Distance
51 km
Average train duration
37m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
32m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £5

Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Geneva to Renens trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Geneva and Renens from £5. 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
32m
Cheapest SBB Price
£10
SBB frequency
5 a day
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

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price
£193
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Renens

Things to do in Renens

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

  • Must visit

Olympic Museum

Interactive museum on the Olympic Games and sport culture, with multimedia displays, memorabilia and a scenic lakeside park.

  • Recommended

Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts

Major fine arts museum in Plateforme 10, showing Swiss and international works from historic collections to modern art.

  • Recommended

Photo Elysée

Photography museum and gallery with changing exhibitions that explore visual culture, documentary work and contemporary image-making.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Renens is costly versus many European cities, with high hotel, dining and local transport prices, though it is slightly cheaper than central Lausanne.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 80+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up small amounts in cafés and taxis, or leave about CHF 2-5 at restaurants for good service.

FAQs: Geneva to Renens train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Renens can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Geneva to Renens covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Geneva to Renens is 51 km.
The first train from Geneva to Renens leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Geneva to Renens departs at 23:57.
Trains from Geneva to Renens run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Geneva to Renens.
Yes, there is a direct train between Geneva and Renens. The service operates 11 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To get from Geneva to Renens, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Renens.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Renens is Geneva station, and it arrives at Renens VD.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Renens is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Geneva to Renens in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Geneva to Renens offers picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, including glimpses of Lake Geneva and the surrounding Alpine landscape, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Geneva to Renens is feasible. The journey takes 32m and the distance is 51 km. Trains run frequently, with 10 trips per day.
Renens is a small town that can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy the surrounding areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Renens.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Renens

Most Geneva to Renens trains use the Genève to Renens VD station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Renens 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 Renens

Which Geneva station do trains to Renens leave from?

Trains from Geneva to Renens 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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