The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Emmen
Cheapest price
$572
Average price
$572
Fastest journey
15 h 21 m
Average duration
15 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Emmen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Emmen will cost around $572 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $572.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Emmen without transferring at least 4 times.
8:29 AM15h21Geneva11:50 PMEmmen$5721One-way4 transfers
8:29 AM15h21Geneva11:50 PMEmmen$5721One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Geneva to Emmen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Emmen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $436. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $436, and a train costs an average of $436.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$475 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 41m Average total duration Fastest 13h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $475 (€389) compared to roughly $205 (€167) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-270.51 (€-221.40). The journey takes 13h 11m versus 10h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Emmen
Trains from Geneva to Emmen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $436 (€357) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 11:15. The fastest train covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 9h 21m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average train duration 13h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $436 (€357) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 21m |
First train 7:11 AM |
Last train 11:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Geneva to Emmen trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Geneva and Emmen from $436 (€357). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Emmen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Emmen 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 Emmen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Emmen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsplein
- Restaurant De Kamer
- Grand Café Plein
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.70
- Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Emmen
- Hotel ten Cate Emmen
- Stads-Hotel Boerland
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity services
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