- Must visit
Patek Philippe Museum
World-class museum of horology with historic watches, automata, and a major library; a standout for Geneva’s watchmaking heritage.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Geneva station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Geneva station will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Munich Hbf to Geneva station without transferring at least once.
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 198 · IC 714
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 1638 · IR 1736
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 194 · IC 722
ECE 198 · IC 714
ECE 192 · IC 726Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Geneva station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Munich Hbf to Geneva station:
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich Hbf to Geneva station costing on average $120 (€98).
A bus is $165 (€135) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich Hbf to Geneva station costing on average $215 (€176).
Other travel options to Geneva station take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 36m.
Bus takes on average 8h 11m.
The journey is about 2m faster (6h 36m by train vs 6h 38m by car) and roughly $61 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($120 (€98) vs $181 (€148)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Geneva station trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708 | 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 10h24 | 10:25 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
57000 · 32683 · 3044 · RE 4913 | 12:06 AM Munich Hbf | 11h49 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
78973 · 3898 · 57602 · 78977 | 12:10 AM Munich Hbf | 12h45 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 6 transfers | |
ECE 198 · IC 714 | On time 6:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 1:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | Delayed 8:01 AM 6:51 AMMunich Hbf | 8h04 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 196 · IC 718 | On time 8:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 3:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 196 · IC 718 | On time 8:52 AM Munich Hbf | 6h33 | 3:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 8h03 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h53 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h53 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
3876 · REX 25886 · IR 3268 · IC 524 | 9:09 AM Munich Hbf | 7h46 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 194 · IC 722 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 5:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 | On time 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h53 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 192 · IC 726 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 7:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 | On time 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 7h53 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 190 · IC 730 | On time 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 562 · ICE 1064 · IC 1638 · IR 1736 | On time 3:02 PM Munich Hbf | 8h38 | 11:40 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Munich Hbf to Geneva station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Geneva station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich Hbf to Geneva station trains use the München Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Munich Hbf and Geneva station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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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