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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Geneva is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 3h.

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 80 - SFr 240.

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 250.

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 train from?

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

Train 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 250. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 240 and takes 2h 6m.

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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Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Geneva.

Zurich to Geneva - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Zurich to Geneva by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2h 53m
CHF 85–250
Drive 273.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Genevacar 273.4 km
3h
CHF 45–64
Fly
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2h 6m
CHF 84–231

Zurich to Geneva by train

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2h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 85Cheapest Price

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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 85–250 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Swiss flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) every 4 hours.

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