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Compare 2 ways to go from Geneva to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 220, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Geneva and Basel?
Geneva
- A
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
Place 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
Basel
- A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - D
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 220
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Geneva to Basel 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 Geneva to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Geneva to Basel start from PEN 220. The average price for this train route is around PEN 350. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Geneva to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Geneva to Basel is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators service the Geneva to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Geneva to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Geneva to Basel at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.
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 Sep 4, 2026 with a price of PEN 222To 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 PEN 222 to PEN 911 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 PEN 222 which is on 2026-09-04.
