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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$81
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$100
Fastest journey on Aug 30
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
3 h 11 m
Trains on Aug 30
15
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 to Geneva International Airport will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 15 trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
IC 1 712 | 7129:32 AM3h12Zurich HB12:44 PMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way0 transfers- IC 1 710 | 7108:32 AM3h12Zurich HB11:44 AMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way0 transfers
- S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 7129:16 AM3h28Zurich Altstetten12:44 PMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way1 transfer
- S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 7108:16 AM3h28Zurich Altstetten11:44 AMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way1 transfer
- S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 7129:16 AM3h28Zürich Oerlikon12:44 PMGenève-Aéroport$821One-way1 transfer
- IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18128:04 AM3h10Zurich HB11:14 AMGenève-Aéroport$861One-way1 transfer
- IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18149:04 AM3h10Zurich HB12:14 PMGenève-Aéroport$1351One-way1 transfer
- IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:04 AM3h10Zurich HB1:14 PMGenève-Aéroport$1351One-way1 transfer
- IC 1 712 | 7129:32 AM3h12Zurich HB12:44 PMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 710 | 7108:32 AM3h12Zurich HB11:44 AMGenève-Aéroport$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Geneva International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a flight costs an average of $312.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $312 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Geneva International Airport:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Geneva International Airport costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $268 (€218) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Geneva International Airport costing on average $312 (€253).
Other travel options to Geneva International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 6m.
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
The journey is about 1m faster (3h 6m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly $30 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($85 (€69) vs $116 (€94)). 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich to Geneva International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Geneva International Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h26 | 6:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IR 35 2372 | 2372 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 2:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 3h15 | 6:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 3:04 PM Zurich HB | 3h10 | 6:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18957 | 18957 · IC 904 | 904 | 3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h28 | 6:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18557 | 18557 · IC 904 | 904 | 3:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 3h28 | 6:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 3h10 | 11:14 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h28 | 11:44 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h28 | 11:44 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h12 | 11:44 AM Genève-Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h26 | 12:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h15 | 12:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 3h10 | 12:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h28 | 12:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h28 | 12:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h12 | 12:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h26 | 1:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h15 | 1:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:04 AM Zurich HB | 3h10 | 1:14 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h28 | 1:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3h28 | 1:44 PM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
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Trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 08:16. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 8:16 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Geneva International Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Geneva International Airport from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Geneva International Airport
Most Zurich to Geneva International Airport trains use the Zürich HB to Genève station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Geneva International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon 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 and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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