Train from Geneva to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Geneva to Zürich on 18 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Geneve
Zurich HB (Main Station)Cheapest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Geneve
Zurich HB (Main Station)Fastest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Geneve
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Geneve
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Geneve
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 21:17 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Geneva to Zürich

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 2 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 53mAverage duration
139 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£17 - £18Average duration4h 5m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£55 - £206Average duration2h 53m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Geneva to Zürich by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Geneva to Zürich?

    The cheapest train tickets from Geneva to Zürich start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Geneva to Zürich?

    The average train journey time from Geneva to Zürich is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 139 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

  3. Which train operators serve the Geneva to Zürich route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Geneva to Zürich?

    The earliest train from Geneva to Zürich departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 20:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
14/04
£95
15/04
£94
Today
£57
17/04
£58
18/04
£62
19/04
£58
20/04
£56
21/04
£57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Geneva to Zürich was searched and found on 20 Apr 2026 with a price of £56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Geneva to Zürich as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £56 to £161 for a train ticket from Geneva to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2026-04-20.

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