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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Frankfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Frankfurt will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Frankfurt without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Geneva to Frankfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Frankfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €141.
Distance: 294 miles (474 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€164 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Geneva to Frankfurt train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Frankfurt trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:33 AM Geneva | 6h21 | 11:54 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 6:54 AM Geneva | 6h14 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 8:54 AM Geneva | 6h14 | 3:08 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 9:54 AM Geneva | 6h00 | 3:54 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 10:54 AM Geneva | 6h14 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Frankfurt
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Geneva to Frankfurt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $173 (€141) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 294 miles (474 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 294 miles (474 km) |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€141) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 20:54 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Frankfurt trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Frankfurt from $56 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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