12:502h50Basel15:40Geneva£141One-way0 changes
12:502h50Basel15:40Geneva£151One-way0 changes
13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£151One-way0 changes
19:203h00Basel22:20Geneva£161One-way0 changes
13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£161One-way0 changes
12:502h50Basel15:40Geneva£141One-way0 changes
13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£151One-way0 changes
12:502h50Basel15:40Geneva£151One-way0 changes
13:302h50Basel16:20Geneva£161One-way0 changes
10:002h50Basel12:50Geneva£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basel to Geneva
The cheapest option from Basel to Geneva is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Basel to Geneva among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 186 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest option | £68 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest option 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 |
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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 today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 Basel | 2h50 | 15:10 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:50 Basel | 2h50 | 20:40 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 7:10 Basel | 3h50 | 11:00 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 Basel | 4h00 | 11:20 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 Basel | 3h50 | 11:10 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Basel | 2h50 | 12:50 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 Basel | 3h10 | 14:00 Geneva | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Geneva by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Geneva
Typically, there are 4 buses per day from Basel to Geneva, including 4 direct buses, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
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 |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
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 £24. 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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