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ZRH — GVA
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
Wed 23/4

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With transfers
3h 11m
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With transfers
2h 56m
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With transfers
2h 53m
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With transfers
7h 03m
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With transfers
3h 09m
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With transfers
2h 56m
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Zurich to Geneva train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Zurich to Geneva

RETURN FROM

£263

ONE-WAY FROM

£54

AVG TRAVEL TIME

2h 43m

TRAIN COMPANIES

AccesRail, SBB
The best return train deal from Zurich to Geneva found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £263
The best one-way train deal from Zurich to Geneva found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £54
Average time it takes to travel by train from Zurich to Geneva
There are 2 train companies servicing this route: AccesRail, SBB

Zurich Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Zurich
Zurich WiedikonZurich, 47.37148, 8.52348
Zurich Zurich AffolternZurich, 47.420925, 8.508258
Zurich StadelhofenZurich, 47.366695, 8.548642
Zurich Zurich HardbrückeZurich, 47.385166, 8.5173025
Zurich Chur Chur AltstadtZurich, 46.847282, 9.531103
Zurich HauptbahnhofZurich, 47.378185, 8.539203

Geneva Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Geneva
GenevaGeneva, 46.21021, 6.142428

Book return train tickets from Zurich to Geneva

Below are the quickest and cheapest return train tickets from Zurich to Geneva that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
AccesRail
23 Jun
08:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
3h 04m
2 stops
11:36Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
26 Jun
07:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 03m
2 stops
10:28Zurich Hauptbahnhof
AccesRail
1 May
13:08Zurich
3h 28m
3 stops
16:36Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4 May
14:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 26m
3 stops
17:51Zurich
AccesRail
1 May
17:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
3h 09m
2 stops
20:41Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4 May
07:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 03m
2 stops
10:28Zurich Hauptbahnhof
AccesRail
1 May
18:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
3h 03m
2 stops
21:35Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4 May
12:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 03m
2 stops
15:28Zurich Hauptbahnhof
AccesRail
22 May
16:08Zurich
3h 27m
3 stops
19:35Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
25 May
12:30Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4h 12m
2 stops
16:42Zurich
AccesRail
17 May
09:08Zurich
4h 07m
2 stops
13:15Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
17 May
15:55Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4h 17m
1 stop
20:12Zurich

Book one-way train tickets from Zurich to Geneva

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Zurich to Geneva we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
SBB
22 May
06:14Zurich Oerlikon
3h 11m
09:25Geneva
SBB
22 May
06:59Schlieren Zürich Altstetten
2h 56m
2 stops
09:55Geneva
SBB
22 May
06:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
2h 53m
09:25Geneva
SBB
21 May
00:02Zurich Hauptbahnhof
7h 03m
1 stop
07:05Geneva
SBB
22 May
06:16Zurich Oerlikon
3h 09m
1 stop
09:25Geneva
SBB
25 Apr
06:59Schlieren Zürich Altstetten
2h 56m
2 stops
09:55Geneva

FAQs for booking trains from Zurich to Geneva

What are the train stations used when travelling from Zurich to Geneva?

In Zurich, you’ll board your train to Geneva at Zürich Hauptbahnhof. Also referred to as Zurich Central Station, Zürich Hauptbahnhof is the largest railway station in Switzerland. At this station, you’ll come across many travelers. Although it is usually full of travelers, you won’t lack a seat to sit on or a washroom, as this station features an expansive waiting room with numerous seats and plenty of accessible restrooms. While waiting for your train to Geneva from Zurich at this station, you’ll also be able to grab a meal and shop a bit, as it also features amazing eateries and retail outlets. To get to this station, you’ll either take a bus, tram, train, or taxi. Once you get to Geneva, you’ll alight from your train at Geneva Gare Cornavin train station. Located a short distance away from the heart of the city, this station serves all trains to and from Geneva. Hence, at this station, you’ll also meet a lot of people. Given that it also features an expansive waiting room, plenty of accessible restrooms, restaurants, and shops, before leaving this station, you’ll be able to have a rest, use the bathroom, eat, and shop.

Do SNCF trains from Zurich to Geneva have Wi-Fi?

All SNCF trains from Zurich to Geneva feature strong Wi-Fi. Thus, while travelling on one, you’ll be able to stream your favourite shows, play your favourite online games, and even keep tabs on developing news. Apart from having strong Wi-Fi, SNCF trains from Zurich to Geneva also feature onboard baggage compartments, onboard toilets, and power outlets. Thus, besides being connected to the internet, while travelling on one, you’ll be able to store your luggage, use the restroom, and charge your electronics.

What luggage is allowed on Zurich to Geneva trains?

If you choose to travel on one of the Zurich to Geneva trains, you’ll be able to travel with your luggage. To accommodate all passengers, trains from Zurich to Geneva allow passengers to travel with one carry-on baggage and two checked baggage. To be allowed onboard, your luggage will have to weigh less than 50 lbs. Your luggage will also have to take up less than 62 inches. Other than carry-on baggage and checked baggage, onboard an SNCF train, you’ll be able to travel with a wheelchair, skis, ski poles, or bicycle.

Do I need a passport to travel from Zurich to Geneva by train?

To travel in Zurich to Geneva trains, you’ll need a passport and a train ticket. It’s worth noting that for your passport to be accepted, it’ll have to have two blank pages. It’ll also have to be valid for at least six months after your travel date. SCNF accepts mobile tickets. Given that this is the case, if you purchase a train ticket from Zurich to Geneva online, you won’t have to print it out.

Are pets allowed on the train from Zurich to Geneva?

SNCF is a pet-friendly company. Thus, if you’d like to travel on board a train to Geneva from Zurich with your pet, you’ll be able to do so. SNCF allows passengers to travel with a maximum of two pets. However, for you to travel with even one, there are certain requirements you’ll have to follow. If your pet weighs less than 13 lbs, you’ll have to place it inside a pet carrier that doesn’t exceed 18 inches by 11 inches by 10 inches. If it weighs more than 13 lbs, you’ll only need to muzzle it and keep it next to you. Kindly note that only service pets don’t require tickets.

How long is the train ride from Zurich to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin?

The most time-efficient journey by train from Zurich to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin currently available is 2h 43m. Check SBB if you need to get to your destination as quickly as possible.

Which train companies operate between Zurich to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin?

There are many trains travelling between Zurich and Geneva Geneve-Cointrin which are AccesRail and SBB. The cheapest AccesRail is what we have recently available with prices starting at £263 for a return ticket.

How far is Zurich to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin by train?

The distance between Zurich and Geneva Geneve-Cointrin is about 139.2 mi in a straight line. The train route will be significantly longer to account for any stops and obstacles. Most trains from Zurich to Geneva Geneve-Cointrin will get there in 2h 43m.


AccesRail trains from Zurich to Geneva

Our best AccesRail deals on Zurich to Geneva train tickets
AccesRail
23 Jun
ZLP08:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
3h 04m
2 stops
GVA11:36Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
26 Jun
GVA07:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 03m
2 stops
ZLP10:28Zurich Hauptbahnhof
AccesRail
1 May
ZRH13:08Zurich
3h 28m
3 stops
GVA16:36Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4 May
GVA14:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 26m
3 stops
ZRH17:51Zurich
AccesRail
1 May
ZLP18:32Zurich Hauptbahnhof
3h 03m
2 stops
GVA21:35Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
4 May
GVA12:25Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
3h 03m
2 stops
ZLP15:28Zurich Hauptbahnhof

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