- Must visit
Kunsthaus Zürich
Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva station to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva station to Zurich HB will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 45 trains that leave Geneva station for Zurich HB on Mon, Jun 22, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RE 33 18491 | 18491 · IR 15 2543 | 2543 · IR 2155 | 2155
RE 33 18491 | 18491 · IR 15 2543 | 2543 · IR 2155 | 2155
RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IC 5 541 | 541
RE 33 18489 | 18489 · IC 5 543 | 543
RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IC 5 541 | 541
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519
IR 90 1807 | 1807 · IC 5 511 | 511
IR 90 1809 | 1809 · IC 5 513 | 513Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva station to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $179.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $449 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva station to Zurich HB:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva station to Zurich HB costing on average $94 (€77).
A bus is $398 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva station to Zurich HB costing on average $449 (€367).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
Train takes on average 5h 1m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva station to Zurich HB trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 90 1807 | 1807 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 6:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 8:56 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 709 | 709 | 6:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1809 | 1809 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 9:56 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 903 | 903 | 7:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 10:56 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 11:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 11:56 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 905 | 905 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 12:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 12:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 717 | 717 | 10:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 1:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 521 | 11:05 AM Geneva station | 2h51 | 1:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 907 | 907 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 2h53 | 2:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 2:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9770 · 9219 | 12:29 PM Geneva station | 8h31 | 9:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 721 | 721 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 3:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1821 | 1821 · IC 5 525 | 525 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 3:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 909 | 909 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 4:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1823 | 1823 · IC 5 527 | 527 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 4:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9774 · 9223 | 2:29 PM Geneva station | 8h31 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 725 | 725 | 2:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 5:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1825 | 1825 · IC 5 529 | 529 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 5:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
96570+ 12182+ 9223 | 3:29 PM Geneva station | 7h31 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
96570+ 9896+ 9223 | 3:29 PM Geneva station | 7h31 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
96570+ 12182+ 9223 | 3:29 PM Geneva station | 7h31 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 727 | 727 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 6:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1827 | 1827 · IC 5 531 | 531 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 6:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 729 | 729 | 4:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 7:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1829 | 1829 · IC 5 533 | 533 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 7:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 731 | 731 | 5:31 PM Geneva station | 2h57 | 8:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1831 | 1831 · IC 5 535 | 535 | 6:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 8:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 733 | 733 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2h53 | 9:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1833 | 1833 · IC 5 537 | 537 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 9:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 735 | 735 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2h56 | 10:31 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1835 | 1835 · IC 5 539 | 539 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 2h51 | 10:56 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 737 | 737 | 8:35 PM Geneva station | 3h06 | 11:41 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IC 5 541 | 541 | 8:39 PM Geneva station | 3h31 | 12:10 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IC 5 541 | 541 | 8:39 PM Geneva station | 3h31 | 12:10 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1739 | 1739 · IC 1 739 | 739 | 9:20 PM Geneva station | 3h31 | 12:51 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18489 | 18489 · IC 5 543 | 543 | 9:37 PM Geneva station | 3h37 | 1:14 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18491 | 18491 · IR 15 2543 | 2543 · IC 1 703 | 703 | 10:37 PM Geneva station | 7h51 | 6:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18491 | 18491 · IR 15 2543 | 2543 · S 8 8709 | 8709 · IR 2155 | 2155 | 10:37 PM Geneva station | 6h51 | 5:28 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
IR 95 1743 | 1743 · IC 51 1645 | 1645 · IR 55 1757 | 1757 | 11:21 PM Geneva station | 7h09 | 6:30 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
RE 33 18441 | 18441 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 | 12:27 AM Geneva station | 7h01 | 7:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18441 | 18441 · IR 15 2505 | 2505 · IC 8 805 | 805 | 12:27 AM Geneva station | 6h34 | 7:01 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IR 90 1805 | 1805 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 4:46 AM Geneva station | 3h10 | 7:56 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 707 | 707 | 5:33 AM Geneva station | 2h55 | 8:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Geneva station to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
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Discover the best of Zürich HB — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zürich HB trip today.
Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
The country’s main cultural history museum, known for engaging exhibitions on Swiss heritage, design, and everyday life.
A respected museum for non-European art, set in a villa and park ensemble with notable Asian, African, and American collections.
Zürich’s famous central boulevard for shopping and strolling, stretching from the main station toward the lake.
The historic old town with narrow lanes, medieval buildings, churches, river views, and many of the city’s classic sights.
A scenic lakeside walking area ideal for relaxed views, people-watching, and classic city photos.
Zürich’s signature dish of sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, traditionally served with rösti.
A classic Swiss potato dish, pan-fried until crisp and golden. It is a staple in Zürich and often served as a side or main.
Melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread for dipping. It is one of the country’s most iconic traditional meals.
Established Swiss restaurant respected for Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and refined regional cooking in a classic setting.
Iconic Zürich dining room with a fine-dining atmosphere, celebrated for upscale Swiss classics and historic artistic ambiance.
Historic vegetarian restaurant near the station area, known for its large buffet, Swiss dishes, and long-standing culinary reputation.
Zürich is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and transport are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots help cut daily costs.
Service is included in prices. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding about CHF 5-10 in restaurants is appreciated for good service. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva station to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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