How to travel from Geneva to Thun

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Compare train for Geneva to Thun

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, while a train costs an average of $70.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

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$70

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$96

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2h 51m

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2h 21m

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2h 13m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Thun is a train with an average price of $60.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Thun is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Thun take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 46m.

Yes, you can take a train between Geneva and Thun.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Thun among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $60 compared to roughly $96 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $36. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 2h 13m 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.

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from Geneva to Thun

How to get from Geneva to Thun by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Geneva to Thun is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBEV EV2 75005 | 75005 · RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 61 957 | 957
    3:40 AM3h43
    Geneva
    7:23 AMThun station
    $501One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBEV EV2 75005 | 75005 · RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 61 957 | 957
    3:40 AM3h43
    Geneva
    7:23 AMThun station
    $501One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615
    8:35 AM2h18
    Geneva station
    10:53 AMThun station
    $611One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBEV EV2 75001 | 75001 · RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705
    1:40 AM5h13
    Geneva
    6:53 AMThun station
    $511One-way
    4 transfers
  • SBBIR 15 2519 | 2519 · IC 61 969 | 969
    10:54 AM2h29
    Geneva station
    1:23 PMThun station
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBEV EV2 75005 | 75005 · RE 33 18401 | 18401 · S 40 24611 | 24611 · RE 2 3805 | 3805
    3:40 AM3h41
    Geneva
    7:21 AMThun station
    $571One-way
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Thun

Travel to Thun easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Thun.

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You can travel between Geneva and Thun by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Thun is a train with an average price of $70.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Thun is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.
The distance from Geneva to Thun is approximately 79 miles (128 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Thun is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Thun as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Thun:
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Thun station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Thun, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Thun by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Thun by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Thun:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Thun often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Interlaken, Bern, Zurich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Thun and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Thun to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Thun, allowing time to visit its historic Old Town, enjoy Lake Thun, and explore nearby attractions such as Thun Castle and the Schadau Park.

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