How much is the bus ticket from Geneva to Basel?

The cheapest bus tickets from Geneva to Basel start from $25. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Geneva to Basel?

The average bus trip duration from Geneva to Basel is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

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 .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.

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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 11405 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Geneva to Basel?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Geneva to Basel from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on February 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	3h 50m	4:05am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45am	Gare routière de Genève	14h 35m	9:20pm	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on February 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	3h 50m	4:05am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45am	Gare routière de Genève	14h 35m	9:20pm	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on February 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	3h 50m	4:05am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45am	Gare routière de Genève	14h 35m	9:20pm	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on February 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:15am	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	3h 50m	4:05am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45am	Gare routière de Genève	14h 35m	9:20pm	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:40 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Geneva to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2h 51mAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $105	Average Duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $269	Average Duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Geneva and Basel?

Stops in Geneva

A
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
Place Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
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B
Genève Airport
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C
Stade de Geneve
Geneva,, Switzerland
D
Saint Julien en Genevois - Suisse
Route de Saint-Julien 302, 1258 Perly-Certoux, Switzerland
E
Gaillard - Suisse
Route Blanche 24, 1226 Thônex, Switzerland
F
Genève Champel
Genève Champel, Gare, 1206 Genf, Switzerland

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,234 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,443 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

CH bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Geneva to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Geneva to Basel start from $25. The average price for this route is around $65. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Geneva to Basel?
The average bus trip duration from Geneva to Basel is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 11405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Geneva to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Geneva to Basel?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Geneva to Basel?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/18

$49

02/19

$50

Today

$53

02/21

$36

02/22

$32

02/23

$30

02/24

$28

02/25

No data

The cheapest trip from Geneva to Basel was searched and found on Feb 24, 2026 with a price of $28

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 $28 to $97 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 $28 which is on 2026-02-24.

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.