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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 2587 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 18301:50 PM6h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf7:55 PMGeneva station€571One-way3 transfers- ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 18301:51 PM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:55 PMGeneva station€571One-way2 transfers
- ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 72412:20 PM6h18Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:38 PMGeneva station€661One-way2 transfers
- ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 252812:51 PM6h14Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:05 PMGeneva station€661One-way3 transfers
- ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 52812:51 PM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:55 PMGeneva station€661One-way4 transfers
- ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 18188:02 AM5h53Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:55 PMGeneva station€1341One-way3 transfers
- ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 18229:51 AM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:55 PMGeneva station€1341One-way3 transfers
- ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 182410:51 AM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:55 PMGeneva station€1341One-way3 transfers
- ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 5208:51 AM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:55 PMGeneva station€1161One-way4 transfers
- ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 52812:51 PM6h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:55 PMGeneva station€661One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €138.
Distance: 474 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€128 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €281 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 273 · IC 714 | Delayed 3:50 AM 5:48 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h50 | 1:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
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| ICE 275 · IC 716 | On time 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h48 | 2:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516 | On time 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 275 · IR 1862 · IC 516 · IR 1816 | On time 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IR 1862 · IC 516 | On time 6:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516 | On time 6:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 2291 · ICE 101 · IR 2518 | 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 591 · ICE 101 · IR 2518 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 101 · IR 2518 | 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 151 · IC 1620 · IC 716 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h36 | 2:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 151 · IC 718 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h36 | 3:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h53 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 277 · IC 720 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h48 | 4:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 1822 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h18 | 6:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 225 · ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724 | On time 12:21 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h17 | 6:38 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | On time 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 · IR 1828 | On time 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | On time 12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 | On time 12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 2587 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 2587 · ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 · IR 1832 | On time 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | On time 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | On time 2:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h14 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 | On time 2:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h04 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 375 · IR 2536 · RE 18484 | On time 4:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h38 | 11:28 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 611 · ICE 375 · IR 2536 · RE 18484 | 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h37 | 11:28 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Geneva from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Deutsche Bahn runs several trains a day connecting Frankfurt with the Swiss city of Geneva. Trains run throughout the day, with a gap between 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. The fastest trains take just under six hours to complete the journey, but some trains (including the overnight service) can take up to 11 hours to reach Geneva. All trains require a transfer at Mannheim, Basel, Delemont, Lausanne, Bern, or Olten, and the number of transfers range from one to four. There are two departure stations: Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (the city's central station) and Frankfurt Sud, located on the southern bank of the river Main. The arrival station is Geneva Cornavin, situated right in the downtown area.
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Geneva
Most Frankfurt am Main to Geneva trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Geneva leave from?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Which Geneva station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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