The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Geneva
Cheapest price
€102
Average price
€148
Fastest journey
8 h 18 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Geneva will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Geneva without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 728 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 18248:00 AM8h55Nuremberg Hbf4:55 PMGeneva station€1021One-way3 transfers
ICE 728 · ICE 279 · IR 25248:00 AM9h05Nuremberg Hbf5:05 PMGeneva station€1021One-way2 transfers
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 5248:37 AM8h18Nuremberg Hbf4:55 PMGeneva station€1121One-way4 transfers
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 25248:37 AM8h28Nuremberg Hbf5:05 PMGeneva station€1121One-way3 transfers
IC 2160 · ICE 109 · IC 1636 · IR 17341:40 PM9h02Nuremberg Hbf10:42 PMGeneva station€1501One-way3 transfers
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 5248:37 AM8h18Nuremberg Hbf4:55 PMGeneva station€1121One-way4 transfers
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 25248:37 AM8h28Nuremberg Hbf5:05 PMGeneva station€1121One-way3 transfers
IC 2160 · ICE 109 · IR 1880 · IC 5341:40 PM8h45Nuremberg Hbf10:25 PMGeneva station€1501One-way4 transfers
ICE 523 · ECE 194 · IC 526 · IR 18269:01 AM8h54Nuremberg Hbf5:55 PMGeneva station€1801One-way3 transfers
ICE 728 · ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 18248:00 AM8h55Nuremberg Hbf4:55 PMGeneva station€1021One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nuremberg to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 515 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€102 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Geneva trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 720 · ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 | On time 12:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 8h55 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 720 · ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | On time 12:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 9h05 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ECE 190 · IC 534 · RE 18482 | On time 1:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 9h24 | 10:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
IC 2160 · ICE 109 · IR 1880 · IC 534 | On time 1:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 8h45 | 10:25 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
IC 2160 · ICE 109 · IC 1636 · IR 1734 | On time 1:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 9h02 | 10:42 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Geneva
Trains from Nuremberg to Geneva run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 515 km distance in 8h 14m.
Distance 515 km |
Average train duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 14m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Nuremberg to Geneva trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Nuremberg and Geneva from €31. 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)
FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Geneva
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Gasthaus Zeppelinfeld
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Parkcafe August Meier
- 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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