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How to get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by train?

From Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by train

To get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel in Genève, take the IC1 train from Zürich Hb station to Genève station. Next, take the RL1 train from Genève station to Genève-Champel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The train schedule from Zürich Central (Polybahn) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Champel on the Moovit app.

207min
Walk to train station
Train - IC1IC1
Train - RL1RL1
Walk to Champel
Leaves from Zürich Hb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Zürich Hb
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - IC1IC1
    Wait for train
    IC1
    Genève-Aéroport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Genève
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Genève
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RL1RL1
    Wait for train
    RL1
    Annemasse
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Genève-Champel
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Champel
    Walk to
    Champel
    Avenue Peschier
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by bus and train

To get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel in Genève, take the IC1 train from Zürich Hb station to Genève station. Next, take the 8 bus from Genève, Gare Cornavin station to Genève, Krieg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 34 min. The train schedule from Zürich Central (Polybahn) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Champel on the Moovit app.

214min
Walk to train station
Train - IC1IC1
Bus - 88
Walk to Champel
Leaves from Zürich Hb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Zürich Hb
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - IC1IC1
    Wait for train
    IC1
    Genève-Aéroport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Genève
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Genève, Gare Cornavin
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Veyrier, Douane
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genève, Krieg
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Champel
    Walk to
    Champel
    Avenue Peschier
    470 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel

The distance between Zürich Central (Polybahn), Genève and Champel, Genève is approximately 258.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 207 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Genève – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel

To check the train schedule from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Zürich Central (Polybahn)) and destination (Champel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by bus and train

To get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel in Genève, take the IC1 train from Zürich Hb station to Genève station. Next, take the 8 bus from Genève, Gare Cornavin station to Genève, Krieg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 34 min. The train schedule from Zürich Central (Polybahn) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Champel on the Moovit app.

214min
Walk to train station
Train - IC1IC1
Bus - 88
Walk to Champel
Leaves from Zürich Hb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Zürich Hb
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - IC1IC1
    Wait for train
    IC1
    Genève-Aéroport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Genève
    173 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Genève, Gare Cornavin
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Veyrier, Douane
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Genève, Krieg
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Champel
    Walk to
    Champel
    Avenue Peschier
    470 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel?

    The fastest way takes 207 minutes, using Train line IC1, Train line RL1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel?

    The alternative route takes 214 minutes, using Train line IC1, Bus line 8.

  • Is there a direct train between Zürich Central (Polybahn) and Champel?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel?

    The IC1 train line goes from Zürich Hb station near Zürich Central (Polybahn) in Geneve to Genève-Aéroport station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Genève-Aéroport station near Champel in Genève.

  • How long does it take to travel from Zürich Central (Polybahn) to Champel by train?

    The total travel time between Zürich Central (Polybahn) in Geneve and Champel in Genève by train is about 3 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zürich Central (Polybahn) to get to Champel?

    Get on the IC1 train from the Zürich Hb station near Zürich Central (Polybahn) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zürich Central (Polybahn) and Champel?

    Get off the train at the Genève-Aéroport station, which is closest to Champel in Genève.

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