- Must visit
Patek Philippe Museum
Celebrated watchmaking museum with historic timepieces, automata, and a major library on horology. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
15 h 54 m
Average duration
16 h 50 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
1267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Geneva will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 248 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532
EC 246 · ICE 375 · IC 536
EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 60403 · IC 1610
EIP 1802 · 5366 · 33587 · 3359
EC 48 · ICE 377 · IR 1886 · IC 540
EC 248 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532
EC 246 · ICE 375 · IC 536
EC 48 · ICE 377 · IR 1886 · IC 540
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 848 · ICE 75
EC 48 · ICE 377 · IC 542 · RE 18446Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 787 miles (1267 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $254 Average price | $127 Average price Cheapest | $401 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 28m Average total duration 16h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 22m Average total duration 24h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Geneva:
A bus is $71 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Geneva costing on average $198 (€161).
A bus is $127 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Geneva costing on average $254 (€206).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 58m.
Bus takes on average 24h 52m.
Tickets start at around $198 (€161) compared to roughly $401 (€326) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $203 (€165). The journey takes 16h 58m versus 14h 51m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Geneva trains for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 48 · ICE 377 · IR 1886 · IC 540 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 15h55 | 12:55 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 77 · S 3 | On time 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 20h38 | 7:38 AM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 77 · S 3 | On time 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 20h54 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
EC 42 · IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708 | On time 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 19h38 | 10:38 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 60403 · IC 1610 | On time 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 18h38 | 9:38 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
EC 40 · ICE 273 · IR 1860 · IC 514 | On time 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 18h54 | 11:54 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
IC 440 · ICE 279 · IC 524 | 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 18h38 | 4:54 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 13 | |||||
EC 248 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 | On time 5:00 AM Warsaw Central | 15h54 | 8:54 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Warsaw to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 787 miles (1267 km) distance in 15h 55m.
Distance 787 miles (1267 km) |
Average train duration 16h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 55m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Celebrated watchmaking museum with historic timepieces, automata, and a major library on horology. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
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Geneva’s Old Town, filled with historic lanes, small squares, terraces, and many of the city’s key heritage sites.
Popular lakeside park known for the Flower Clock, promenade views, and easy access to the waterfront.
Beloved lakeside area for swimming, sunrises, and local atmosphere, especially photogenic in warmer months.
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Geneva is one of Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and everyday costs are high, though transit and takeaway options can help control spending.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares and small café bills.
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