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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$74
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$98
Fastest journey on Sep 05
10 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
10 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 05
10
Distance
865 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Geneva will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 573 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522
ICE 71 · IC 623 · IC 902
ICE 107 · IR 2530 · RE 18478
ICE 109 · IC 30983 · IR 2534 · RE 18482
ICE 201 · IC 987 · IR 2538 · RE 18486
ICE 71 · IC 623 · IC 902
ECE 5 · IC 627 · IC 904
ICE 573 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IR 2530 · RE 18478
ICE 1271 · 4599 · ICE 277 · IC 969Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $97, while a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 537 miles (865 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $194 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 56m Average total duration 14h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg 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 Hamburg to Geneva:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Geneva costing on average $125 (€101).
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Geneva costing on average $194 (€157).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 44m.
Bus takes on average 14h 26m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (10h 44m by train vs 11h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $125 (€101) compared to roughly $112 (€90) 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 Hamburg to Geneva trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 1271 · ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 4:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h38 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1271 · ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 | On time 4:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h28 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h24 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 1822 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h14 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 573 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h36 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 573 · ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h26 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h56 | 6:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h13 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h23 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h36 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h26 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 20h21 | 8:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Geneva run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 537 miles (865 km) distance in 9h 56m.
Distance 537 miles (865 km) |
Average train duration 10h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 56m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Geneva trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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