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Schmuckmuseum Pforzheim
Leading jewelry museum in a city famed for goldsmithing, with international collections of jewelry, watches, and design history.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€75
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€90
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 19
13
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Pforzheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Pforzheim will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Pforzheim without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 725 · IC 1082 · 17958
IC 717 · IC 486 · 17944
IC 713 · IC 488 · 17936
IC 905 · IC 188 · 17940
IC 905 · IC 188 · 17940
IC 717 · IC 486 · 17944
IC 713 · IC 488 · 17936
IC 905 · IC 188 · 17940
IC 909 · IC 184 · 17954
IC 725 · IC 1082 · 17958Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Pforzheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €86, while a flight costs an average of €369.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€93 Average price | €369 Average price | €86 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Pforzheim:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Pforzheim costing on average €93.
A bus is €283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Pforzheim costing on average €369.
Other travel options to Pforzheim take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (5h 17m by train vs 5h 21m by car). Tickets start at around €93 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Pforzheim trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 713 · IC 488 · 17936 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 6h43 | 3:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 713 · IC 488 · 17936 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 6h47 | 3:22 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 905 · IC 188 · 17940 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 6h43 | 4:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 905 · IC 188 · 17940 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 6h48 | 4:23 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 717 · IC 486 · 17944 | 10:35 AM Geneva station | 6h43 | 5:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 717 · IC 486 · 17944 | 10:35 AM Geneva station | 6h47 | 5:22 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 907 · IC 186 · 17948 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 6h48 | 6:23 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 907 · IC 186 · 17948 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 6h43 | 6:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · IC 484 · 17952 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 6h47 | 7:22 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · IC 484 · 17952 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 6h43 | 7:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 909 · IC 184 · 17954 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 6h43 | 8:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
IC 909 · IC 184 · 17954 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 6h48 | 8:23 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 725 · IC 1082 · 17958 | 2:35 PM Geneva station | 6h43 | 9:18 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Geneva to Pforzheim run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €56 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 12:46 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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Discover the best of Pforzheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pforzheim trip today.
Leading jewelry museum in a city famed for goldsmithing, with international collections of jewelry, watches, and design history.
Major municipal museum on archaeology, local history, and the city’s jewelry and industry heritage in a modern riverside complex.
Compact museum showing traditional jewelry and watchmaking machinery, ideal for understanding Pforzheim’s manufacturing identity.
Popular green space along the river with walking paths, lawns, and easy access to museums and the city center.
Well-known long-distance path section starting in Pforzheim, attracting hikers with marked routes into the Black Forest.
Main shopping street and central pedestrian axis, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing everyday urban life in Pforzheim.
Maultaschen are Swabian stuffed pasta pockets with meat, spinach, and herbs. A regional classic widely eaten in Baden-Württemberg, often served in broth or fried with onions.
Spätzle are soft egg noodles from Swabia. In and around Pforzheim they are a staple side dish, especially valued fresh and handmade with roasts or sauce.
Käsespätzle combines Spätzle with melted cheese and fried onions. It is a beloved hearty dish across the region and a common vegetarian comfort food.
Elegant fine dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service. A strong choice in Pforzheim for a special meal.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty German and Swabian dishes in a relaxed, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Well-known restaurant in a historic setting, offering regional specialties and classic German cooking with a more formal feel.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. For taxis and cafes, round up to the next euro or leave small change.
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Pforzheim Hbf -> Leopoldplatz, Pforzheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Pforzheim 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 Pforzheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Geneva to Pforzheim trains use the Genève to Pforzheim Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Pforzheim Maihälden. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Pforzheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including 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, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Pforzheim Hbf is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gaststätte Fürst Blücher, Pizza Point, Ali Baba, Sawasdee - Thai-Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Pforzheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Morlock, Hotel Ruf, Hotel am Theater, Hotel Montana.
Pforzheim Maihälden is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Maihälden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
ATMs are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Parking, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
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