Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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SNCF - TER + SNCF | Train | Basel Train Station | Geneve | No tags | ||||
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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 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Geneva?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Geneva
- APlace Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
- B
Genève Airport
- C
Genève-Eaux-Vives
Avenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland - D
Genève
Rue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
Train Companies
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 €60. The average price for this train route is around €98. 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 185 km. 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, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria, SNCF - TER.
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.
Which is the best train operator from Basel to Geneva?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Geneva?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Basel to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV Lyria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €61To 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.