Zurich to Geneva train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Geneva

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct

Cheapest price on 04 Oct

£54

Average ticket price on 04 Oct

£73

Fastest journey on 04 Oct

2 h 53 m

Average journey duration on 04 Oct

2 h 53 m

Trains on 04 Oct

186

Distance

224 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich to Geneva will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

On Sun 04 Oct, we found 186 trains from Zurich to Geneva, including 14 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 1 706 | 706
    5:593h26
    Zurich Altstetten
    9:25Geneva station
    £541One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 1 708 | 708
    6:593h26
    Zurich Altstetten
    10:25Geneva station
    £561One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 704 | 704
    5:023h27
    Zurich HB
    8:29Geneva station
    £571One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBSN 6 13769 | 13769 · IC 1 704 | 704
    4:264h03
    Zürich Oerlikon
    8:29Geneva station
    £571One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 1 712 | 712
    8:593h26
    Zurich Altstetten
    12:25Geneva station
    £571One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Geneva

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Trains from Zurich to Geneva run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 2h 34m.

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
224 km
Average train duration
3h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
38
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
2h 34m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
77 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

Live departures

Zurich to Geneva train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Geneva trains for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBRE 48 4933 | 4933 · IC 5 534 | 534 · IR 90 1834 | 183418:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
21:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2380 | 2380 · IC 5 534 | 534 · IR 90 1834 | 183418:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
21:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIC 5 534 | 534 · IR 90 1834 | 183419:02 Zurich HB
2h53
21:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 908 | 908 · IR 95 1734 | 173419:04 Zurich HB
3h37
22:41 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 55 732 | 732 · IC 51 1636 | 1636 · IR 95 1734 | 173419:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h26
22:41 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18573 | 18573 · IR 55 1784 | 1784 · IC 51 1636 | 1636 · IR 95 1734 | 173419:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h25
22:41 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18973 | 18973 · IR 55 1784 | 1784 · IC 51 1636 | 1636 · IR 95 1734 | 173419:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h25
22:41 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1784 | 1784 · IC 51 1636 | 1636 · IR 95 1734 | 173419:29 Zurich HB
3h12
22:41 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4935 | 4935 · IC 5 536 | 536 · IR 90 1836 | 183619:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
22:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4935 | 4935 · IC 1 734 | 73419:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
23:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2384 | 2384 · IC 5 536 | 536 · IR 90 1836 | 183619:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
22:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2384 | 2384 · IC 1 734 | 73419:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
23:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 536 | 536 · IR 90 1836 | 183620:02 Zurich HB
2h53
22:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 734 | 73420:04 Zurich HB
3h21
23:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10734 | 10734 · IC 51 1638 | 1638 · IC 1 734 | 73420:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
23:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18577 | 18577 · IR 55 1786 | 1786 · IC 51 1638 | 1638 · IC 1 734 | 73420:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
23:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18977 | 18977 · IR 55 1786 | 1786 · IC 51 1638 | 1638 · IC 1 734 | 73420:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
23:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1786 | 1786 · IC 51 1638 | 1638 · IC 1 734 | 73420:29 Zurich HB
2h56
23:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18579 | 18579 · IC 5 538 | 538 · IR 90 1838 | 183820:46 Zurich Altstetten
3h21
0:07 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4937 | 4937 · IC 5 538 | 538 · IR 90 1838 | 183820:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h19
0:07 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIC 5 538 | 538 · IR 90 1838 | 183821:02 Zurich HB
3h05
0:07 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 10736 | 10736 · IC 51 1640 | 1640 · IR 95 1738 | 173821:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h24
0:39 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18581 | 18581 · IR 55 1788 | 1788 · IC 51 1640 | 1640 · IR 95 1738 | 173821:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h23
0:39 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18981 | 18981 · IR 55 1788 | 1788 · IC 51 1640 | 1640 · IR 95 1738 | 173821:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h23
0:39 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1788 | 1788 · IC 51 1640 | 1640 · IR 95 1738 | 173821:29 Zurich HB
3h10
0:39 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18583 | 18583 · IC 5 540 | 540 · IR 90 1840 | 184021:46 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
0:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4939 | 4939 · IC 5 540 | 540 · IR 90 1840 | 184021:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
0:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIC 5 540 | 540 · IR 90 1840 | 184022:02 Zurich HB
2h53
0:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBS 5 18587 | 18587 · IC 5 542 | 542 · RE 33 18446 | 1844622:46 Zurich Altstetten
3h55
2:41 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 9 18987 | 18987 · IC 5 542 | 542 · RE 33 18446 | 1844622:46 Zürich Oerlikon
3h55
2:41 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIC 5 542 | 542 · RE 33 18446 | 1844623:04 Zurich HB
3h37
2:41 Geneva station1 change
Sunday 4 October
SBBRE 12 4793 | 4793 · IC 8 844 | 844 · B N17 91702 | 91702 · EV EV1 40300 | 403000:37 Zurich Altstetten
5h06
5:43 Geneva station5 changes
SBBIR 13 3290 | 3290 · IC 8 844 | 844 · B N17 91702 | 91702 · EV EV1 40300 | 403000:47 Zürich Oerlikon
4h56
5:43 Geneva station5 changes
SBBIC 8 844 | 844 · B N17 91702 | 91702 · EV EV1 40300 | 40300 · SN 13846 | 138461:02 Zurich HB
4h41
5:43 Geneva station4 changes
SBBSN 6 13763 | 13763 · IR N1 746 | 746 · IR 15 2504 | 25041:26 Zürich Oerlikon
5h39
7:05 Geneva station2 changes
SBBSN 6 13763 | 13763 · IR N1 746 | 746 · B M10 91041 | 91041 · IC 5 504 | 5041:26 Zürich Oerlikon
5h29
6:55 Geneva station4 changes
SBBSN 11 13702 | 13702 · IR N1 746 | 746 · IR 15 2504 | 25041:36 Zurich Altstetten
5h29
7:05 Geneva station2 changes
SBBSN 11 13702 | 13702 · IR N1 746 | 746 · B M10 91041 | 91041 · IC 5 504 | 5041:36 Zurich Altstetten
5h19
6:55 Geneva station4 changes
SBBIR N1 746 | 746 · IR 15 2504 | 25041:54 Zurich HB
5h11
7:05 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR N1 746 | 746 · B M10 91041 | 91041 · IC 5 504 | 504 · IR 1804 | 18041:54 Zurich HB
5h01
6:55 Geneva station3 changes
SBBSN 11 13709 | 13709 · IC 1 704 | 7044:26 Zurich Altstetten
4h03
8:29 Geneva station1 change
SBBSN 6 13769 | 13769 · IC 1 704 | 7044:26 Zürich Oerlikon
4h03
8:29 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 704 | 7045:02 Zurich HB
3h27
8:29 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBS 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 · IC 51 1608 | 16085:05 Zurich Altstetten
3h24
8:29 Geneva station4 changes
SBBS 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 · IC 51 1608 | 16085:07 Zürich Oerlikon
3h22
8:29 Geneva station4 changes
SBBIC 8 804 | 804 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 · IC 51 1608 | 1608 · IC 1 704 | 7045:19 Zurich HB
3h10
8:29 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 18085:46 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
8:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 1 706 | 7065:46 Zürich Oerlikon
3h39
9:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 18085:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
8:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2354 | 2354 · IC 1 706 | 7065:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
9:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 18086:02 Zurich HB
2h53
8:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 706 | 7066:04 Zurich HB
3h21
9:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10706 | 10706 · IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 7066:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
9:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18521 | 18521 · IR 55 1758 | 1758 · IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 7066:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
9:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18921 | 18921 · IR 55 1758 | 1758 · IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 7066:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
9:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1758 | 1758 · IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 7066:29 Zurich HB
2h56
9:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 18106:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
9:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 1 708 | 7086:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
10:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 18106:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
9:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2356 | 2356 · IC 1 708 | 7086:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
10:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 18107:02 Zurich HB
2h53
9:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 708 | 7087:04 Zurich HB
3h21
10:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10708 | 10708 · IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 7087:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
10:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18525 | 18525 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 · IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 7087:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
10:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18925 | 18925 · IR 55 1760 | 1760 · IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 7087:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
10:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1760 | 1760 · IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 7087:29 Zurich HB
2h56
10:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18127:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
10:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 1 710 | 7107:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
11:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18127:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
10:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 1 710 | 7107:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
11:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18128:02 Zurich HB
2h53
10:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 710 | 7108:04 Zurich HB
3h21
11:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10710 | 10710 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 7108:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
11:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 7108:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
11:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18929 | 18929 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 7108:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
11:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 7108:29 Zurich HB
2h56
11:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18148:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
11:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 1 712 | 7128:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
12:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18148:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
11:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 1 712 | 7128:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
12:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18149:02 Zurich HB
2h53
11:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 7129:04 Zurich HB
3h21
12:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10712 | 10712 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · IC 1 712 | 7129:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
12:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · IC 1 712 | 7129:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
12:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · IC 1 712 | 7129:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
12:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · IC 1 712 | 7129:29 Zurich HB
2h56
12:25 Geneva station2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+TER17771+SNCF | TGV Lyria97529:34 Zurich HB
7h51
17:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 18169:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
12:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 1 714 | 7149:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
13:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 18169:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
12:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 1 714 | 7149:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
13:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:02 Zurich HB
2h53
12:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 714 | 71410:04 Zurich HB
3h21
13:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10714 | 10714 · IC 51 1618 | 1618 · IC 1 714 | 71410:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
13:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 9 18937 | 18937 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 · IC 51 1618 | 1618 · IC 1 714 | 71410:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
13:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 · IC 51 1618 | 1618 · IC 1 714 | 71410:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
13:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1766 | 1766 · IC 51 1618 | 1618 · IC 1 714 | 71410:29 Zurich HB
2h56
13:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 181810:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
13:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 900 | 90010:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
14:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 181810:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
13:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 900 | 90010:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
14:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 181811:02 Zurich HB
2h53
13:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 900 | 90011:04 Zurich HB
3h21
14:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 55 716 | 716 · IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 900 | 90011:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
14:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 9 18941 | 18941 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 · IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 900 | 90011:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
14:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 5 18541 | 18541 · IR 55 1768 | 1768 · IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 900 | 90011:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
14:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1768 | 1768 · IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 900 | 90011:29 Zurich HB
2h56
14:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 182011:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
14:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 1 718 | 71811:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
15:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 182011:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
14:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · IC 1 718 | 71811:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
15:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 182012:02 Zurich HB
2h53
14:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 718 | 71812:04 Zurich HB
3h21
15:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10718 | 10718 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 71812:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
15:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 9 18945 | 18945 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 71812:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
15:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 5 18545 | 18545 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 71812:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
15:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 71812:29 Zurich HB
2h56
15:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 182212:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
15:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 902 | 90212:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
16:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 182212:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
15:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2368 | 2368 · IC 902 | 90212:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
16:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 182213:02 Zurich HB
2h53
15:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 902 | 90213:04 Zurich HB
3h21
16:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 55 720 | 720 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 90213:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
16:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 90213:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
16:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18949 | 18949 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 90213:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
16:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 90213:29 Zurich HB
2h56
16:25 Geneva station2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222 · 978113:34 Zurich HB
8h02
21:36 Geneva station1 change
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+SNCF | TGV INOUI12177+TER9652213:34 Zurich HB
7h06
20:40 Geneva station2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+SNCF | TGV INOUI5537+TER9652213:34 Zurich HB
7h06
20:40 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 182413:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
16:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 1 722 | 72213:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
17:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 182413:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
16:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2370 | 2370 · IC 1 722 | 72213:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
17:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 182414:02 Zurich HB
2h53
16:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 722 | 72214:04 Zurich HB
3h21
17:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10722 | 10722 · IC 51 1626 | 1626 · IC 1 722 | 72214:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
17:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 1626 · IC 1 722 | 72214:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
17:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18953 | 18953 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 1626 · IC 1 722 | 72214:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
17:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 1626 · IC 1 722 | 72214:29 Zurich HB
2h56
17:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 182614:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
17:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 904 | 90414:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
18:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 182614:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
17:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 904 | 90414:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
18:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 182615:02 Zurich HB
2h53
17:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 904 | 90415:04 Zurich HB
3h21
18:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 55 724 | 724 · IC 51 1628 | 1628 · IC 904 | 90415:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
18:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18557 | 18557 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 1628 · IC 904 | 90415:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
18:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18957 | 18957 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 1628 · IC 904 | 90415:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
18:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 1628 · IC 904 | 90415:29 Zurich HB
2h56
18:25 Geneva station2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria9226 · 978915:34 Zurich HB
8h02
23:36 Geneva station1 change
SBBRE 48 4927 | 4927 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 182815:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
18:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4927 | 4927 · IC 1 726 | 72615:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
19:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2374 | 2374 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 182815:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
18:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2374 | 2374 · IC 1 726 | 72615:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
19:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 182816:02 Zurich HB
2h53
18:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 726 | 72616:04 Zurich HB
3h21
19:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10726 | 10726 · IC 51 1630 | 1630 · IC 1 726 | 72616:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
19:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18561 | 18561 · IR 55 1778 | 1778 · IC 51 1630 | 1630 · IC 1 726 | 72616:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
19:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18961 | 18961 · IR 55 1778 | 1778 · IC 51 1630 | 1630 · IC 1 726 | 72616:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
19:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1778 | 1778 · IC 51 1630 | 1630 · IC 1 726 | 72616:29 Zurich HB
2h56
19:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4929 | 4929 · IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 183016:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
19:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4929 | 4929 · IC 906 | 90616:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
20:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2376 | 2376 · IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 183016:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
19:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2376 | 2376 · IC 906 | 90616:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
20:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 183017:02 Zurich HB
2h53
19:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 906 | 90617:04 Zurich HB
3h21
20:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 55 728 | 728 · IC 51 1632 | 1632 · IC 906 | 90617:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
20:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18565 | 18565 · IR 55 1780 | 1780 · IC 51 1632 | 1632 · IC 906 | 90617:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
20:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18965 | 18965 · IR 55 1780 | 1780 · IC 51 1632 | 1632 · IC 906 | 90617:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
20:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1780 | 1780 · IC 51 1632 | 1632 · IC 906 | 90617:29 Zurich HB
2h56
20:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4931 | 4931 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 183217:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h07
20:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBRE 48 4931 | 4931 · IC 1 730 | 73017:48 Zürich Oerlikon
3h37
21:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIR 35 2378 | 2378 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 183217:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h56
20:55 Geneva station2 changes
SBBIR 35 2378 | 2378 · IC 1 730 | 73017:59 Zurich Altstetten
3h26
21:25 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 183218:02 Zurich HB
2h53
20:55 Geneva station1 change
SBBIC 1 730 | 73018:04 Zurich HB
3h21
21:25 Geneva station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 10730 | 10730 · IC 51 1634 | 1634 · IC 1 730 | 73018:15 Zürich Oerlikon
3h10
21:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18569 | 18569 · IR 55 1782 | 1782 · IC 51 1634 | 1634 · IC 1 730 | 73018:16 Zurich Altstetten
3h09
21:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBS 9 18969 | 18969 · IR 55 1782 | 1782 · IC 51 1634 | 1634 · IC 1 730 | 73018:16 Zürich Oerlikon
3h09
21:25 Geneva station3 changes
SBBIR 55 1782 | 1782 · IC 51 1634 | 1634 · IC 1 730 | 73018:29 Zurich HB
2h56
21:25 Geneva station2 changes
SBBS 5 18571 | 18571 · IC 5 534 | 534 · RE 33 18482 | 1848218:46 Zurich Altstetten
3h40
22:26 Geneva station2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Geneva?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Geneva is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Geneva route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Geneva per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Geneva.

Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Zurich to Geneva trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Geneva from £45. 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
2h 34m
Cheapest SBB Price
£45
SBB frequency
30 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 29m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price
£56
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
3 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

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
6h 3m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£93
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Geneva

Things to do in Geneva

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

  • Must visit

Musée d'art et d'histoire

Major art and archaeology museum with collections from antiquity to modern works. A rewarding choice for a broad cultural visit.

  • Must visit

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

International Red Cross and Red Crescent museum with immersive exhibitions on humanitarian action, conflict and human dignity.

  • Recommended

Musée d'histoire des sciences

Science museum in a handsome lakeside villa with historic instruments and hands-on displays. Especially enjoyable for curious visitors.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Geneva is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport costs, though public transport is efficient and some hotels include local travel cards.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 35-60 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for excellent service; round up taxi fares modestly.

Trains From Zurich To Geneva: Journey Details

Traveling the scenic route from Zurich to Geneva by train is fast and convenient with frequent departures operated by SBB-CFF-FFS (Swiss Federal Railways). InterCity trains from Zurich to Geneva run around the clock starting at 12.08 a.m. with the last service departing at 11.04 p.m. Most services are direct and take around 2 hours and 40 minutes. A few require a change of train at Biel/Bienne, or two changes at Basel SBB and Delemont.

Return trains from Geneva to Zurich are also available.

Taking the Train from Zurich

Trains to Geneva depart from Zurich Main Train Station (Zürich Hauptbahnhof) located on Bahnhofplatz 7 in the center of the city. The ticket office is open from 5:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. each day. Passengers can reach the station on local (S-Bahn) trains from anywhere in the city or from the airport. S-Bahn trains run from 5:30 a.m. until midnight. The station is also a major hub for the Zürich tramway network (Verkehrsbetriebe Zürich (VBZ)) with many trams and trolleycoaches passing by.

Getting into Geneva by Train

Located just across the border from France, Geneva is Switzerland's most cosmopolitan city and one with something for everyone. The city's many high-end boutiques and emporia offer a fine shopping experience while the lake and the surrounding mountains are ideal for active pursuits such as boating, hiking, and skiing. Trains from Zurich arrive at the Genève-Cornavin railway station located in the centre of town. The station is open all year round until at least 9:00 p.m. Passengers can reach their destinations in and around the city via the coaches and trams operated by Transports Publics Genevois that stop directly outside the station. Tickets are available at machines next to the stops.

FAQs: Zurich to Geneva train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Geneva can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Zurich to Geneva covers a distance of 224 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 38 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Geneva is 224 km.
The first train from Zurich to Geneva leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zurich to Geneva departs at 23:57.
Trains from Zurich to Geneva run approximately 38 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Zurich to Geneva.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich and Geneva. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by SBB.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Geneva.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Geneva is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Geneva station.
Booking trains from Zurich to Geneva in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Zurich to Geneva is quite scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, picturesque lakes, and charming villages along the route, particularly as it passes through the Vaud region and alongside Lake Geneva.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Geneva.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Geneva

Most Zurich to Geneva trains use the Zürich Oerlikon to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Geneva

Which Zurich station do trains to Geneva leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Geneva leave from Zürich HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · £3 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · £0.89 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · £2 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · £2
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB 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: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · £2 · every ~31 min
9, S · 12m · £4 · every ~3 min
BusE · 13m · £3
N10 · 14m · £3
Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · £3 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Zürich Oerlikon 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: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus31 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min
N17, N1 · 18m · £3
31 · 22m · £3 · every ~16 min
Tram51 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

Zürich Altstetten 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: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

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