4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Geneva
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Geneva will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basel for Geneva every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:202h30Basel18:50Geneva£151One-way0 changes- 16:102h50Basel19:00Geneva£181One-way0 changes
- 15:103h00Basel18:10Geneva£181One-way0 changes
- 13:003h10Basel16:10Geneva£191One-way0 changes
- 13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£191One-way0 changes
- 16:202h30Basel18:50Geneva£151One-way0 changes
- 16:102h50Basel19:00Geneva£181One-way0 changes
- 13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£191One-way0 changes
- 15:103h00Basel18:10Geneva£181One-way0 changes
- 13:003h10Basel16:10Geneva£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basel to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 186 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Geneva bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Geneva coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 Basel | 3h10 | 16:10 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Basel | 2h50 | 16:20 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:10 Basel | 3h00 | 18:10 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:10 Basel | 2h50 | 19:00 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:20 Basel | 2h30 | 18:50 Geneva | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Geneva
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Buses from Basel to Geneva run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 186 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 186 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 0:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe from Basel to GenevaYou can travel by bus between Basel to Geneva with BlaBlaCar, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Geneva coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Geneva by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Geneva
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
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