The cheapest and fastest trains from Liestal to Geneva
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liestal to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liestal to Geneva will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
It's difficult to get from Liestal to Geneva without transferring at least once.
5:34 AM2h51Liestal8:25 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
6:08 AM2h57Liestal9:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
7:08 AM2h57Liestal10:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
8:08 AM2h57Liestal11:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
9:08 AM2h57Liestal12:05 PMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
5:34 AM2h51Liestal8:25 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
6:08 AM2h57Liestal9:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
7:08 AM2h57Liestal10:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
8:08 AM2h57Liestal11:05 AMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
9:08 AM2h57Liestal12:05 PMGeneva$1681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Liestal to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liestal to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $477.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$104 Average price Cheapest | $483 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liestal to Geneva:
A train is $379 (€304) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liestal to Geneva costing on average $483 (€388).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 46m.
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around $104 (€84) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-51.32 (€-41.18). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 46m 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.
Live departures
Liestal to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Liestal to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:34 AM Liestal | 2h51 | 8:25 AM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 9:05 AM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 9:25 AM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 10:05 AM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 10:25 AM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 11:05 AM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 11:25 AM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 12:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 12:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 1:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 1:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:08 AM Liestal | 2h57 | 2:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Liestal | 3h15 | 2:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:08 PM Liestal | 2h57 | 3:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Liestal | 3h15 | 3:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:08 PM Liestal | 2h57 | 4:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Liestal | 3h15 | 4:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:08 PM Liestal | 2h57 | 5:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Liestal | 3h15 | 5:25 PM Geneva | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:08 PM Liestal | 2h57 | 6:05 PM Geneva | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liestal to Geneva
Trains from Liestal to Geneva run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Liestal to Geneva trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Liestal and Geneva from $86 (€69). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Liestal to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liestal 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liestal to Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with direct access to the station.
- Kyoto Sushi House
- Restaurant Rössli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Engel Liestal
- Bad Bubendorf Hotel
- Hotel Gasthof zum Schützen
- Located in the main hall
- 700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: S-Bahn S3, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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