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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Geneva International Airport 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 International Airport will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Geneva International Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 71410:163h21Zurich Altstetten13:37Genève-Aéroport£611One-way1 change- IC 1 712 | 7129:323h05Zurich HB12:37Genève-Aéroport£621One-way0 changes
- IC 1 712 | 7129:153h22Zürich Oerlikon12:37Genève-Aéroport£621One-way0 changes
- S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 7129:163h21Zurich Altstetten12:37Genève-Aéroport£621One-way1 change
- S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 7129:163h21Zürich Oerlikon12:37Genève-Aéroport£631One-way1 change
- IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:043h01Zurich HB13:05Genève-Aéroport£681One-way1 change
- IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18128:043h01Zurich HB11:05Genève-Aéroport£631One-way1 change
- IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18149:043h01Zurich HB12:05Genève-Aéroport£741One-way1 change
- IC 1 710 | 7108:323h05Zurich HB11:37Genève-Aéroport£741One-way0 changes
- IC 1 712 | 7129:323h05Zurich HB12:37Genève-Aéroport£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Geneva International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £134.
Distance: 225 km
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3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Geneva International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Geneva International Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:04 Zurich HB | 3h01 | 11:05 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h22 | 11:37 Genève-Aéroport | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h21 | 11:37 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h21 | 11:37 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 3h05 | 11:37 Genève-Aéroport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h17 | 12:05 Genève-Aéroport | 2 changes | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:59 Zurich Altstetten | 3h06 | 12:05 Genève-Aéroport | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:04 Zurich HB | 3h01 | 12:05 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h22 | 12:37 Genève-Aéroport | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h21 | 12:37 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h21 | 12:37 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 3h05 | 12:37 Genève-Aéroport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 9:59 Zurich Altstetten | 3h06 | 13:05 Genève-Aéroport | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:04 Zurich HB | 3h01 | 13:05 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h21 | 13:37 Genève-Aéroport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
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Trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 11:59. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 11:59 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Geneva International Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Geneva International Airport from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich to Geneva International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Geneva International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Geneva International Airport
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
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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