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 50 and takes 5h 11m.

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 50m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 260.

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 39m.

How far is it from Geneva to Rapperswil?

The distance between Geneva and Rapperswil is 273 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 39m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m 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 39m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 11m.

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 283+ 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 50m
CHF 93–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
5h 11m
CHF 32–49
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
3h 39m
CHF 70–118
Drive 309.4 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Rapperswilcar 309.4 km
3h 18m
CHF 51–73
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Rapperswil SGtrain Vae
5h 24m

Geneva to Rapperswil by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.1 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–100 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 21–30 and the journey takes 4h 25m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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