What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 65 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil is to fly and train which takes 1h 46m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Geneva to Rapperswil?

The distance between Geneva and Rapperswil is 282 km. The road distance is 309.4 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Rapperswil without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Rapperswil?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Geneva to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Rapperswil train from?

Geneva to Rapperswil train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Rapperswil?

The best way to get from Geneva to Rapperswil is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 65 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Geneva to Rapperswil train arrive?

Geneva to Rapperswil train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Rapperswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Rapperswil is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Geneva to Rapperswil.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Rapperswil?

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

There are 284+ hotels available in Rapperswil.

Geneva to Rapperswil - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Rapperswil by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Oerlikon to Rapperswil SGtrain
1h 46m
CHF 89–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus N882 / ...
4h 33m
CHF 33–64
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGtrain S15 / ...
3h 35m
CHF 69–102
Drive 309.4 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Rapperswilcar 309.4 km
3h 18m
CHF 49–70
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Rapperswil SGtrain Vae
5h 23m

Geneva to Rapperswil by train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 281.9 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Genève to Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 20–29 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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