Train from Basel to Geneva: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Basel to Geneva on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
GeneveCheapest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
GeneveFastest
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
GeneveNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
GeneveNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways ICNTrain
Basel
GeneveNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Geneva

We recommend taking the bus

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 R 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 20mAverage duration
188 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 433 - R 1 471Average duration11h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 125 - R 4 483Average duration2h 53m
4kg CO₂e

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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Basel to Geneva?

    The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Geneva start from R 1 125. The average price for this train route is around R 1 837. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

  3. Which train operators serve the Basel to Geneva route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria, SNCF - TER.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Geneva?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers 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.

  8. 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.

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