The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Stresa
Cheapest price
€99
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Stresa will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Stresa without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Geneva to Stresa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Stresa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€73 Average price Cheapest | €173 Average price | €84 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Geneva to Stresa train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Stresa trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:27 PM Geneva | 3h21 | 7:48 PM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Stresa
Trains from Geneva to Stresa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 18:39 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Stresa trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Stresa from €36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Geneva, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Stresa, located 0.1 miles (196 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Stresa
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante LaStresa
- Osteria Mercato
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees
- Hotel La Palma
- Regina Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1 and 2 for train services
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Ferry: Connections to Lake Maggiore islands
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