The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Geneva
Cheapest price
€126
Average price
€148
Fastest journey
7 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Geneva will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €126.
Of the 10 trains that leave Venice for Geneva on Fri, May 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 486 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 13 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 441:10 PM8h21Venice Santa Lucia9:31 PMGeneva station€1261One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 1464:18 PM7h13Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1431One-way0 transfers
8986+
EuroCity 1462:57 PM8h34Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1491One-way1 transfer
8988+
EuroCity 1463:57 PM7h34Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1491One-way1 transfer
8978+
EuroCity 14610:57 AM12h34Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1491One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 1464:18 PM7h13Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1431One-way0 transfers
8988+
EuroCity 1463:57 PM7h34Venice Santa Lucia11:31 PMGeneva station€1491One-way1 transfer
8984+
EuroCity 441:57 PM7h34Venice Santa Lucia9:31 PMGeneva station€1491One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 441:48 PM7h43Venice Santa Lucia9:31 PMGeneva station€1561One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 441:10 PM8h21Venice Santa Lucia9:31 PMGeneva station€1261One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. 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 €26, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 486 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€133 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Venice to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Geneva trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 44 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h21 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 44 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h43 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 44 | On time 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h34 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 46 | On time 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h10 | 12:07 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 46 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h10 | 12:07 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8988+ EuroCity 46 | On time 3:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h10 | 12:07 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 46 | 4:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h49 | 12:07 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
8974+ EuroCity 44 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 13h34 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 146 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h34 | 11:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 44 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h34 | 9:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Geneva
Trains from Venice to Geneva run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 18:27. The fastest train covers the 486 km distance in 7h 13m.
Distance 486 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 13m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 6:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity from Venice to Geneva trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Venice and Geneva from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Venice to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Geneva
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
- 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
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