Basel to Geneva train

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Cheap train tickets from Basel to Geneva

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
SBB
IC 61 1065 | 1065
09:282h50
Basel SBB
12:18Geneva station
£601One-way
1 change
SBB
IC 6 1063 | 1063
08:282h50
Basel SBB
11:18Geneva station
£601One-way
1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96116
12:448h02
Basel St. Johann
20:46Geneva station
£841One-way
2 changes
SBB
IC 51 1616 | 1616
10:032h44
Basel SBB
12:47Geneva station
£871One-way
1 change
SBB
IC 51 1614 | 1614
09:032h44
Basel SBB
11:47Geneva station
£871One-way
1 change

Train timetableBasel to Geneva

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 September
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96104
07:127h34
Basel St. Johann
14:46Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96210
07:217h25
Basel SBB
14:46Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
96151
08:157h14
Basel St. Johann
15:29Geneva station
2 changes
SBB
IC 6 1063 | 1063
08:282h50
Basel SBB
11:18Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV Lyria
9206
08:346h55
Basel SBB
15:29Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96110
08:447h54
Basel St. Johann
16:38Geneva station
2 changes
SBB
IC 51 1614 | 1614
09:032h44
Basel SBB
11:47Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96218
09:217h17
Basel SBB
16:38Geneva station
2 changes
SBB
IC 61 1065 | 1065
09:282h50
Basel SBB
12:18Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV Lyria
96115
09:457h44
Basel St. Johann
17:29Geneva station
2 changes
SBB
IC 51 1616 | 1616
10:032h44
Basel SBB
12:47Geneva station
1 change
SBB
EC 53 | 53
10:282h50
Basel SBB
13:18Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV Lyria
9210
10:346h55
Basel SBB
17:29Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV Lyria
96117
11:457h44
Basel St. Johann
19:29Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
9218
12:326h57
Basel SBB
19:29Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96116
12:448h02
Basel St. Johann
20:46Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
96121
13:457h44
Basel St. Johann
21:29Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TER
9222
14:346h12
Basel SBB
20:46Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV Lyria
9222
14:346h55
Basel SBB
21:29Geneva station
1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96122
15:426h53
Basel St. Johann
22:35Geneva station
2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI
96262
16:216h14
Basel SBB
22:35Geneva station
2 changes

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Train times from Basel to Geneva

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 44 m

Average

6 h 10 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

186 km

To travel from Basel to Geneva you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
SBB
IC 51 1616 | 1616
10:032h44
Basel SBB
12:47Geneva station
£871One-way
1 change
Fastest
SBB
IC 51 1614 | 1614
09:032h44
Basel SBB
11:47Geneva station
£871One-way
1 change
SBB
IC 6 1063 | 1063
08:282h50
Basel SBB
11:18Geneva station
£601One-way
1 change
SBB
EC 53 | 53
10:282h50
Basel SBB
13:18Geneva station
£871One-way
1 change
SBB
IC 61 1065 | 1065
09:282h50
Basel SBB
12:18Geneva station
£601One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from Basel to Geneva

distanceDistance115 miles
durationAverage train duration2 h 44 min
priceAverage train ticket price£74 (€84)
frequencyTrain frequency3 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersSBB

Trains from Basel to Geneva cover the 115 miles long route taking on average 2 h 44 min with our travel partners like SBB. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £50, but the average price of train tickets is £74.

Train companies: SBB trains Basel to Geneva

For as little as £38 you can travel by train between Basel and Geneva with SBB. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains from Basel to Geneva. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Train information from Basel to Geneva with SBB:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 44 min
  • Cheapest Price: £38
  • SBB frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Basel to Geneva train

FAQs: Travel by train from Basel to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Geneva.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Geneva can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basel to Geneva is £74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Basel to Geneva train travel time is 2 h 44 min   for the 115 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Basel to Geneva leaves at 06: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Basel to Geneva leaves at 21: 31.
There are 3 trains a day from Basel to Geneva which require at least one change with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Basel to Geneva, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Geneva. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Geneva from Basel and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 31.
A trip to Geneva from Basel is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 44 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Basel to Geneva is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Geneva including taking a coach or train.

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