Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Geneve | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Geneve | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Geneve | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Geneva to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 084, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Geneva and Basel?
Geneva
- APlace Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
- B
Genève Airport
- C
Genève-Eaux-Vives
Avenue de Chamonix 2, 1207 Genève, Switzerland - D
Genève
Rue du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève, Switzerland
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
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Geneva to Basel 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 Geneva to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Geneva to Basel start from R 1 084. The average price for this train route is around R 1 895. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Geneva to Basel?
The average train journey time from Geneva to Basel is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 185 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Geneva to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Geneva to Basel?
The earliest train from Geneva to Basel departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 17:24.
Which is the best train operator from Geneva to Basel?
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 Geneva to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Geneva to Basel?
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 Geneva to Basel?
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 Geneva to Basel was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 035To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Geneva to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 035 to R 4 599 for a train ticket from Geneva to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 035, which is on 2025-12-17.
