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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 53 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 155, 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 Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - F
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
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained about the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 155
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.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Geneva?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Geneva start from R 1 155. The average price for this train route is around R 1 970. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 quickest train can get you there in 2h 52m 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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Geneva?
The earliest train from Basel to Geneva departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 16:32.
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 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 174To 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 R 1 174 to R 4 748 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 R 1 174, which is on 2026-03-24.
