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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Geneva
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 $84, 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
- C
Genève-Eaux-Vives
Avenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland - D
Genève
Rue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Geneva by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Geneva?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Geneva start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Geneva?
The average train trip from Basel to Geneva takes 2h 57m and covers 185 km. The quickest 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 serve this route, with 3 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 7:28am. The latest train departs at 4:28pm.
What 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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 Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $77To 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 $77 to $379 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 $77 which is on 2025-12-07.
