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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Aarau
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Aarau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Aarau will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Aarau without transferring at least once.
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 10517 | 105179:05 AM2h24Geneva station11:29 AMAarau station$621One-way1 transfer- IR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 10523 | 1052312:05 PM2h24Geneva station2:29 PMAarau station$631One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1835 | 1835 · IC 5 539 | 5398:05 PM2h24Geneva station10:29 PMAarau station$631One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1833 | 1833 · IC 5 537 | 5377:05 PM2h24Geneva station9:29 PMAarau station$641One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 10515 | 105158:05 AM2h24Geneva station10:29 AMAarau station$651One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 10515 | 105158:05 AM2h24Geneva station10:29 AMAarau station$651One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 10517 | 105179:05 AM2h24Geneva station11:29 AMAarau station$621One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 10519 | 1051910:05 AM2h24Geneva station12:29 PMAarau station$741One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 10521 | 1052111:05 AM2h24Geneva station1:29 PMAarau station$731One-way1 transfer
- IR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 10523 | 1052312:05 PM2h24Geneva station2:29 PMAarau station$631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Geneva to Aarau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Aarau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $312.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $507 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Aarau:
A train is $431 (€347) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Aarau costing on average $507 (€409).
Other travel options to Aarau take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 3h 8m.
The journey is about 21m faster (2h 24m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly $32 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($76 (€61) vs $108 (€87)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Geneva to Aarau train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Aarau trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 10515 | 10515 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 2h24 | 10:29 AM Aarau station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 10713 | 10713 · IR 16 2169 | 2169 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 2h38 | 11:13 AM Aarau station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 10517 | 10517 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 2h24 | 11:29 AM Aarau station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 10905 | 10905 · IR 16 2171 | 2171 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 2h38 | 12:13 PM Aarau station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 10519 | 10519 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 2h24 | 12:29 PM Aarau station | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Aarau
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Geneva to Aarau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Aarau trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Aarau from $62 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Aarau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Aarau 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 Aarau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Aarau
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
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Nonna Aarau
- Thai Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Sorell Hotel Aarauerhof
- Hotel Kettenbrücke
- Hotel Sternen
- Located in the main hall
- 48 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: S-Bahn services
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