What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central is to rideshare which costs SFr 15 - SFr 17 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Zürich, Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva Bus Station station and arriving at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Zürich, Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genève and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

The distance between Geneva and Zürich, Central is 242 km. The road distance is 277.9 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Zürich, Central without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs SFr 90 - SFr 280.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Zürich, Central bus from?

Geneva to Zürich, Central bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Geneva Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Zürich, Central train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

The best way to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 280 and takes 3h, you could also bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Geneva to Zürich, Central bus arrive?

Geneva to Zürich, Central bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where does the Geneva to Zürich, Central train arrive?

Geneva to Zürich, Central train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Zürich, Central is 278 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Geneva to Zürich, Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

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Where can I stay near Zürich, Central?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Zürich, Central.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Zürich, Central?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Zürich, Central. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Zürich, Central by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
1h 6m
CHF 99–266
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Genève to Zurichrideshare 278.6 km
3h 33m
CHF 15–17
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
3h
CHF 90–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
4h 6m
CHF 19–28
Drive 277.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Zürich, Centralcar 277.9 km
2h 54m
CHF 45–65

Geneva to Zürich, Central by train and foot

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Distance: 241.6 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Zürich, Central, Switzerland?

Swiss flies from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 90–280 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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