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Trip Overview

The average train between CERN and Basel takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from CERN to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 24m
Duration
236 km
Distance
CHF 94
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

CERN to Basel train times

Trains run hourly between CERN and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from CERN is at 6:58 PM which arrives into Basel at 10:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Meyrin, CERN and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transports Publics GenevoisSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from CERN to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from CERN to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 236.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from CERN to Basel SBB via Meyrin, CERN, Genève, gare Cornavin, Genève, and Renens VD in around 4h 20m.

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