3h 14m, Direct
06:28
GenèveGenève Cornavin
09:42
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
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First train
06:28
Last train
20:29
Travel duration
3h 35m
Daily departures
6
Departure station
Genève
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Paris
Ticket price
from $57
Fastest trip
3h 13m
Longest trip
4h 34m
Top Routes in Switzerland
Main Swiss rail corridors
Zurich HB to Bern is one of Switzerland's busiest intercity links, taking about 56 minutes by SBB InterCity. Zurich to Geneva takes around 2 hours 45 minutes via Bern and Lausanne. Basel SBB to Interlaken Ost usually takes about 2 hours with a change or through service depending on the timetable. Zurich to Lugano uses the Gotthard Base Tunnel and takes about 2 hours. Lucerne to Interlaken Ost on Zentralbahn takes around 1 hour 50 minutes. Chur to St. Moritz on RhB takes about 2 hours through Graubunden.
Travel from Genève to Paris by train and visit the iconic Eiffel Tower or stroll through the charming streets of Montmartre.
Frequency
6 times per day
Genève
Switzerland
3h 35m
Paris
France
Travel from Zürich to Paris by high-speed train and visit the iconic Eiffel Tower or enjoy art at the Louvre Museum.
Frequency
1 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
4h 40m
Paris
France
Travel from Basel to Paris by train and discover the iconic Eiffel Tower or stroll through the charming streets of Montmartre.
Frequency
6 times per day
Basel
Switzerland
3h 5m
Paris
France
Travel from Zürich to Wien by train and explore the stunning Schönbrunn Palace or enjoy a concert at the Vienna State Opera.
Frequency
3 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
9h 12m
Wien
Austria
Travel from Zürich to Praha by train and discover the stunning architecture of Prague Castle or stroll across the iconic Charles Bridge.
Frequency
2 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
13h 26m
Praha
Czechia
Travel from Lausanne to Paris by train and visit the iconic Eiffel Tower or explore the historic Louvre Museum.
Frequency
3 times per day
Lausanne
Switzerland
3h 46m
Paris
France
Travel from Basel to Zürich by train and visit the stunning Swiss National Museum or relax by the picturesque Lake Zürich.
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72 times per day
Basel
Switzerland
1h 7m
Zürich
Switzerland
Travel from Zürich to Budapest by train and discover the stunning architecture of the Hungarian Parliament or relax in the thermal baths of Széchenyi.
Frequency
1 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
12h 39m
Budapest
Hungary
Travel from Zürich to Berlin by train and visit the stunning Brandenburg Gate or explore the vibrant art scene at East Side Gallery.
Frequency
2 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
9h 32m
Berlin
Germany
Travel from Basel to Interlaken by train and discover the breathtaking views at Lake Thun or take a scenic hike in the Jungfrau Region.
Frequency
17 times per day
Basel
Switzerland
2h 5m
Interlaken
Switzerland
Travel from Zürich to Salzburg by train and visit the stunning Hohensalzburg Fortress or stroll through the picturesque Mirabell Gardens.
Frequency
4 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
6h 30m
Salzburg
Austria
Travel from Zürich to Hamburg by train and discover the historic Speicherstadt or take a stroll along the Elbe River for stunning views.
Frequency
4 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
9h 43m
Hamburg
Germany
Travel from Zürich to Hannover by train and explore the beautiful Herrenhausen Gardens or visit the impressive Marienburg Castle.
Frequency
1 times per day
Zürich
Switzerland
8h 43m
Hannover
Germany
Travel from Basel to Köln by train and visit the Cologne Cathedral or enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at the Old Town of Köln.
Frequency
9 times per day
Basel
Switzerland
4h 16m
Köln
Germany
Travel from Buchs to Linz by train and discover the historic Linz Castle or enjoy a stroll along the Danube River.
Frequency
6 times per day
Buchs
Switzerland
5h 35m
Linz
Austria
Your Complete Guide to Train Travel in Switzerland
SBB CFF FFS runs the core Swiss national network, with InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, and S-Bahn services linking Zurich, Bern, Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Lucerne, and Lugano. Zurich HB to Bern takes about 56 minutes on the fastest InterCity trains, while Zurich HB to Geneva usually takes around 2 hours 45 minutes. Basel SBB, Bern, Lausanne, and Geneva Cornavin act as major interchange points for domestic routes and international trains.
BLS, SOB, RhB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, and Zentralbahn operate important regional and mountain routes across Switzerland. RhB trains connect Chur with St. Moritz, Davos, and Tirano on narrow-gauge lines, while Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn serves Zermatt, Visp, Andermatt, and Disentis. Glacier Express runs between Zermatt and St. Moritz in about 8 hours, using sections operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn and RhB. Cross-border passenger trains also run from Swiss stations to Germany, France, Italy, and Austria.
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Switzerland Railway Network Map
The Swiss rail map centers on Zurich HB, Bern, Basel SBB, Lausanne, and Geneva Cornavin. SBB main lines cross the Swiss Plateau from east to west, with north-south corridors through the Gotthard Base Tunnel toward Ticino. BLS serves Bernese Oberland routes, RhB covers Graubunden narrow-gauge lines, and Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn links Visp, Zermatt, Andermatt, and Disentis.
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Main Train Types in Switzerland
SBB InterCity trains form the main long-distance network, linking Zurich, Bern, Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Lucerne, and Lugano at up to 200 km/h on selected sections. InterRegio trains cover longer routes with more stops, including airport and resort connections. RegioExpress and S-Bahn services handle regional travel around Zurich, Basel, Bern, Geneva, and Ticino. BLS runs regional and InterRegio services in Bern and Valais. SOB operates Voralpen-Express and Treno Gottardo. RhB and Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn run narrow-gauge alpine trains, including the route sections used by Glacier Express.
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