- Must visit
Patek Philippe Museum
Prestigious watchmaking museum with exceptional collections of timepieces, enamels, and horology artifacts. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Geneva will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Zermatt to Geneva without transferring at least once.
R 42 270 | 270 · IR 95 1736 | 1736
R 42 272 | 272 · IR 95 1738 | 1738
R 42 40360 | 40360 · IR 90 1832 | 1832
R 41 250 | 250 · IR 95 1726 | 1726 · IC 1 724 | 724
R 41 262 | 262 · IR 95 1732 | 1732 · IC 1 730 | 730
R 42 340 | 340 · IR 90 1822 | 1822
R 42 344 | 344 · IR 90 1824 | 1824
R 42 348 | 348 · IR 90 1826 | 1826
R 42 324 | 324 · IR 90 1814 | 1814
R 42 328 | 328 · IR 90 1816 | 1816The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Geneva trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 41 258 | 258 · IR 95 1730 | 1730 | 4:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h58 | 8:35 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 42 40360 | 40360 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 5:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h53 | 8:59 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 262 | 262 · IR 95 1732 | 1732 · IC 1 730 | 730 | 5:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 264 | 264 · IR 90 1834 | 1834 · RE 33 18482 | 18482 | 6:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h19 | 10:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 266 | 266 · IR 95 1734 | 1734 · RE 33 18438 | 18438 | 6:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h14 | 10:51 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 268 | 268 · IR 90 1836 | 1836 · RE 33 18484 | 18484 | 7:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h21 | 11:27 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 270 | 270 · IR 95 1736 | 1736 | 7:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h03 | 11:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 42 272 | 272 · IR 95 1738 | 1738 | 8:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h33 | 12:39 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 42 272 | 272 · EC 46 | 46 | 8:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 12:07 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
R 42 214 | 214 · IR 95 1708 | 1708 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 5:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 9:38 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 316 | 316 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 6:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 9:55 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 218 | 218 · IR 95 1710 | 1710 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 6:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 10:38 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 320 | 320 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 10:55 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 222 | 222 · IR 95 1712 | 1712 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 11:38 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 324 | 324 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 226 | 226 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 12:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 328 | 328 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 9:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 230 | 230 · IR 95 1716 | 1716 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 9:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 1:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 332 | 332 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 10:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 234 | 234 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 10:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 2:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 336 | 336 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 11:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 238 | 238 · IR 95 1720 | 1720 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 11:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 3:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 340 | 340 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 12:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 242 | 242 · IR 95 1722 | 1722 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 12:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 4:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 344 | 344 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 1:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 246 | 246 · IR 95 1724 | 1724 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 1:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 5:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 348 | 348 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 2:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 250 | 250 · IR 95 1726 | 1726 · IC 1 724 | 724 | 2:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 6:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 352 | 352 · IR 90 1828 | 1828 | 3:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
R 41 254 | 254 · IR 95 1728 | 1728 · IC 1 726 | 726 | 3:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 4h01 | 7:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
R 42 40356 | 40356 · IR 90 1830 | 1830 | 4:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 3h49 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Zermatt to Geneva run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Prestigious watchmaking museum with exceptional collections of timepieces, enamels, and horology artifacts. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
Geneva’s major fine arts and history museum, housing archaeology, applied arts, and paintings from antiquity to modern periods.
A powerful museum on humanitarian action, conflict, and human dignity, closely linked to Geneva’s international identity.
Geneva’s Old Town is the city’s most atmospheric district, full of historic lanes, small squares, viewpoints, and landmark buildings.
Lakeside park known for the Flower Clock, promenades, and classic Geneva views. One of the city’s most visited strolling areas.
Beloved lakeside platform and swimming area with panoramic views, sunbathing spots, and a distinctly local summer atmosphere.
A classic Swiss dish of melted cheese, usually served bubbling hot with bread cubes for dipping. It is especially popular in Geneva during colder months and is a staple of local dining culture.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. This traditional Swiss specialty is widely enjoyed in Geneva and highlights the region’s alpine cheese heritage.
A regional dish from nearby Vaud made with leeks, potatoes, and sausage. It is commonly found around Geneva and reflects the hearty food traditions of French-speaking western Switzerland.
An established upscale restaurant with Japanese-Peruvian cuisine and exceptional lake views. It offers a more contemporary fine-dining option within Geneva’s top hotel scene.
A famous traditional Geneva restaurant especially known for cheese fondue. It has a warm, classic atmosphere and is one of the city’s best-known places for Swiss comfort food.
A historic Old Town restaurant and hotel dining room serving Swiss classics such as fondue and raclette. The setting is elegant, atmospheric, and popular with visitors and locals alike.
Geneva is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and transport are costly, though public transit and supermarket meals can reduce daily spend.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips at cafes are optional.
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Geneva Airport -> Genève-Cornavin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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 Zermatt to Geneva trains use the Zermatt, Bahnhof to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Zermatt and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zermatt, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Bahnhof.
Zermatt, Getwingbrücke has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Getwingbrücke.
Zermatt, Vispa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zermatt, Vispa.
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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