How much does a bus ticket from Basel to Geneva cost?

The bus ticket price from Basel to Geneva starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Basel to Geneva is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Basel to Geneva?

The average travel time between Basel and Geneva is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Basel and Geneva?

The number of buses from Basel to Geneva can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Basel to Geneva by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Basel to Geneva?

When taking the bus from Basel to Geneva, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Basel to Geneva?

Buses travelling between Basel and Geneva leave from Basel Central Station or Basel Badischer Bahnhof and arrive at Gare Routière Place Dorcière, Genève Airport, Stade de Geneve.

Bus Basel to Geneva from US$20 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Geneva on 31 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	4h	07:20	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:49 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Geneva

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Geneva. The journey takes about 2 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 57mAverage duration

185 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$23 - US$118	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$69 - US$187	Average duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus Basel to Geneva: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31

Average bus trip duration4h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure02:20

Distance187 km

Latest bus departure18:05

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FlixBus

3.5/511 116 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11116 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$23

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Basel to Geneva Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Basel and Geneva?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel Central Station

B - Basel Badischer Bahnhof

C - Basel Bahnhofs

D - Arrêt d'autobus Basel

Stops in Geneva

A - Gare Routière Place Dorcière

B - Genève Airport

C - Stade de Geneve

D - Saint Julien en Genevois - Suisse

E - Gaillard - Suisse

F - Genève Champel

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Geneva

How much does a bus ticket from Basel to Geneva cost?
The bus ticket price from Basel to Geneva starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Basel to Geneva is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Geneva?
The average travel time between Basel and Geneva is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Basel and Geneva?
The number of buses from Basel to Geneva can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Basel to Geneva by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Basel to Geneva?
When taking the bus from Basel to Geneva, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Basel to Geneva?
Buses travelling between Basel and Geneva leave from Basel Central Station or Basel Badischer Bahnhof and arrive at Gare Routière Place Dorcière, Genève Airport, Stade de Geneve.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/10

US$44

29/10

US$40

Today

US$39

31/10

US$37

01/11

US$29

02/11

US$28

03/11

US$26

04/11

US$22

The cheapest trip from Basel to Geneva was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Geneva as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Basel to Geneva based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Basel and Geneva!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Basel to Geneva, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Basel to Geneva will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Basel to Geneva while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Geneva?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h	Avg priceUS$31	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 57m	Avg priceUS$111	Daily departures3

Will you be returning to Basel by bus?

Bus from Geneva to Basel

You can also go to Geneva by train

Train from Basel to Geneva

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