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Zurich to Geneva by train
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Cheapest Price AU$84.68
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30 days in advance AU$91.25
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7 days in advance AU$102.20
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First train05:12
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Last train20:32
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey2hr 42m
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Distance224 kilometres
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Trains per day41
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Avg. journey time2hr 51m
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Train operators
Travelling from Zurich to Geneva by train
Considering a train trip from Zurich to Geneva? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Train cost between Zurich to Geneva
Getting from Zurich to Geneva by rail typically costs AU$84.68, but runs about AU$91 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to AU$102. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.
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Zurich to Geneva train times
Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Zurich to Geneva is at 05:19 and the last is at 20:32. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:12 and the last one is at 20:32. You can expect 41 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 25 minutes.
Average train travel time and distance from Zurich to Geneva
On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 42 minutes, spanning 224 kilometres in total.
When do tickets go on sale between Zurich and Geneva?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Zurich and Geneva 12 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Learn even more about travelling from Zurich to Geneva by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Geneva.
FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Geneva
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Geneva? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What’s the distance from Zurich to Geneva by train?
The train route from Zurich to Geneva covers 224 kilometres.
What’s the cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Geneva?
The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$84.68. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around AU$91. If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically AU$102.
When do tickets go on sale for trains from Zurich to Geneva?
Tickets for this journey become available 12 months before the travel date.
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Geneva?
The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 42 minutes.
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