Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Geneve | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Geneve | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Geneve | No tags | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Geneve | No tags | ||||
| Train | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Geneve | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:43 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Geneva
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Geneva. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 384, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Zürich and Geneva?
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Geneva
- APlace Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
- B
Genève Airport
- C
Genève-Eaux-Vives
Avenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland - D
Genève
Rue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Geneva by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Zürich to Geneva?
The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Geneva start from R 1 131. The average price for this train route is around R 2 193. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Zürich to Geneva?
The average train journey time from Zürich to Geneva is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 224 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Zürich to Geneva route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Zürich to Geneva?
The earliest train from Zürich to Geneva departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 20:32.
Which is the best train operator from Zürich to Geneva?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Geneva?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Zürich to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV Lyria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Geneva was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 094To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Zürich to Geneva as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 094 to R 4 608 for a train ticket from Zürich to Geneva based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 094, which is on 2025-12-14.
