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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 Oct 14
$101
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$221
Fastest journey on Oct 14
10 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
10 h 48 m
Trains on Oct 14
11
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Geneva will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Linz to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 546+
RJX19912+
EC 190+
IC 730
IC 644+
RJX19916+
EC 96+
IC 738
RJX19976+
EC 98+
IC 734+
RE 33
RJX 19950 · ICE 210 · ECE 192 · IC 726
RJX13470+
IC 732+
IR 1734
RJX19910+
ICE 210+
EC 192+
IC 726
RJX 19950 · ICE 210 · ECE 192 · IC 726
RJX19912+
EC 190+
IC 730
IC 546+
RJX19912+
EC 190+
IC 730
RJX13470+
IC 732+
IR 1734Trains from Linz to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€55) but you can travel from only $54 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (657 km) distance in 9h 16m.
Distance 408 miles (657 km) |
Average train duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€55) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 16m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 19950 · ICE 210 · ECE 192 · IC 726 | 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 10h40 | 7:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19910+ EC 192+ ICE 210+ IC 726 | 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 10h40 | 7:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19912+ EC 190+ IC 730 · IC 546 | 10:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h55 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19912+ EC 190+ IC 730 | 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 10h40 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
RJX13470 · IR 1734+ IC 732 | 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 11h04 | 10:49 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
EC 98+ RE 33+ ICE 1214+ IC 734 | 12:34 PM Linz Hbf | 11h26 | 12:00 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19976+ EC 98+ RE 33+ IC 734 | 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 11h15 | 12:00 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19982+ EC 13472+ RE 33+ IC 642 | 1:30 PM Linz Hbf | 11h52 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
RJX19982+ EC 13472+ RE 33+ IC 540 | 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 11h37 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
RJX19916+ EC 96+ IR 1804+ IC 644 | 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 16h25 | 6:55 AM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
RJX19916+ EC 96+ IR 1702+ ICE 377 | 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 16h05 | 6:35 AM Geneva station | 6 transfers | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz 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 Linz to Geneva trains use the Linz Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Linz and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
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.
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