Bus from Geneva to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on January 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
Mulhouse Freiburg AirportCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:13 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Geneva to Basel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
14h 35mAverage Duration
188 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$36 - $218Average Duration14h 35m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$86 - $384Average Duration2h 51m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Geneva to Basel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Geneva to Basel start from $36. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Geneva to Basel?

    The average bus travel time from Geneva to Basel is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Geneva to Basel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Geneva to Basel?

    The earliest bus departs from Geneva to Basel at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Geneva to Basel?

    A bus trip from Geneva to Basel generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Geneva to Basel?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-25
$111
01-26
$40
Today
$67
01-28
$42
01-29
No data
01-30
$67
01-31
$90
02-01
$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Geneva to Basel was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $111 for a bus ticket from Geneva to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2026-01-28.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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