Geneva to Vevey train with SBB

Trains from Geneva to Vevey

There are frequent direct and indirect trains between Geneva and the Swiss lakeside resort of Vevey 7 days a week. The busy route northeast along the shore of Lake Geneva has up to 6 trains an hour at peak times, with slightly less frequent services  in the evenings. Services operate from early morning to late night. The trip from Geneva takes between 50 minutes and 1 hour and 20 minutes, with some journeys involving a change at Lausanne.

Geneva to Vevey train times: daily departures

Daily timetables offer frequent trains from Geneva to  Vevey, with the busiest times during the morning, when there are around 6 trains an hour on this route.  Direct trains and indirect services via Lausanne  continue at 10 to 15 minute intervals throughout the day and early evening until frequency drops to 2 trains an hour from mid-evening.

How long is the journey by train from Geneva to Vevey?

Direct trains between Geneva and Vevey take between 50 minutes and 1 hour and five minutes to complete the 55-mile lakeside route, with times dependent on the type of train and the stops required en route. Indirect trains via Lausanne take 5 to 15 minutes longer to reach Vevey, depending on the length of time between connections. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Geneva to Vevey? 

Departure station: Geneva Cornavin Station lies in the heart of the city, with connections across Geneva available on city buses, trams and RER local trains, The station concourse has luggage storage lockers, cafes, bars, ATMs, a shopping mall, and a supermarket. 

Arrival station: Vevey Gare is the resort's central station, situated a five minute walk from the lakeside, with public transit available on city buses, trolleybuses and REV local rail connections. The station concourse has  a supermarket, buffet restaurant, ATMs and luggage storage facilities.

Which train companies travel from Geneva to Vevey?

The national rail company Swiss Federal Railways, known as SBB, CFF and FFS in German, French and Italian, operates all the daily  trains from Geneva to Vevey, with services including three different train types.

Swiss Federal Railways Geneva to Vevey

Travelers using Swiss Federal Railways (SBB)  trains from Geneva to Vevey  can choose from InterCity departures, InterRegional services and local Regional trains, with the fastest connections taking around 50 minutes to complete the journey to Vervey, and indirect Regional trains taking up to 30 minutes longer. 

Geneva to Vevey trains: services on board

InterCity trains from Geneva to Vevey have first- and second-class compartments, quiet zones and a cafe-bistro carriage.  Most InterRegional and Regional trains are double-decker services with a choice of first- and second-class seating. There are dedicated wheelchair spaces for passengers with  reduced mobility, and SBB staff provide assistance in boarding and alighting. Cyclists require an additional ticket to take their bike on board, with a one-day pass offering a useful saving. Pet owners can travel with their dog at the additional charge of half a second-class fare, but small pets in carriers travel for free. A check-in  service is available for passengers with large amounts of luggage, with a small charge.  

How to find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Vevey

There is a substantial difference between the cheapest and most expensive fares on trains from Geneva to Vevey, so it is useful to consult the Omio site to get a clear picture of the fares available and book in advance. With frequent trains operating on this route, it is not difficult to find an economical fare option by being just a little flexible with travel plans. It should be noted that the fastest direct trains are not necessarily the most expensive.