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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Geneva is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich and arriving at Geneva. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Genève. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Zurich to Geneva?

The distance between Zurich and Geneva is 273 km. The road distance is 273.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 150.

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

The train from Zürich HB to Genève takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Geneva bus from?

Zurich to Geneva bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, depart from Zurich station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Geneva train from?

Zurich to Geneva train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Geneva?

The best way to get from Zurich to Geneva is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 47m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 240 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Zurich to Geneva bus arrive?

Zurich to Geneva bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Zurich to Geneva train arrive?

Zurich to Geneva train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Geneva is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Zurich to Geneva.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Geneva?

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Zurich to Geneva - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Geneva by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2h 53m
CHF 85–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich to Genevabus Kyiv-Lyon
3h 47m
CHF 14–22
Drive 273.4 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Genevacar 273.4 km
3h
CHF 43–62
Fly
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2h 6m
CHF 86–240

Zurich to Geneva by train

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Distance: 273 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Geneva, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Genève hourly. Tickets cost CHF 85–150 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Zurich to Geneva once daily, and the journey takes 3h 47m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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