The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Geneva International Airport on Thu, Mar 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $72, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
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$98 Average price Cheapest | $418 Average price |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:09 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 10:37 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Zurich Airport | 3h28 | 11:37 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport
Trains from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 16:18. The fastest train covers the 143 miles (231 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 143 miles (231 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 07:08 |
Last train 16:18 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Geneva International Airport from $72 (€58). 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 Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Geneva International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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