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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Geneva
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Geneva. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just CHF 20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Geneva?
Basel
- A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - D
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Geneva
- A
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
Place Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland - C
Genève-Eaux-Vives
Avenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland - D
Genève
Rue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 49
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Geneva by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Geneva?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Geneva start from CHF 49. The average price for this train route is around CHF 92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Geneva?
The average train journey time from Basel to Geneva is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 115 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Geneva route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Geneva?
The earliest train from Basel to Geneva departs at 07:32. And the latest train departs at 16:32.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Geneva was searched and found on 14 Jun 2026 with a price of CHF 52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Geneva as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 52 to CHF 217 for a train ticket from Basel to Geneva based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 52, which is on 2026-06-14.
