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Trip Overview

The average train between CERN and Basel takes 3h 25m 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 25m
Duration
236 km
Distance
CHF 100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain train Re33 / ...
  2. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain train Ic51
4h 20m
CHF 80–234

CERN to Basel train times

Trains run hourly between CERN and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from CERN is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Meyrin, CERN and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from CERN to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 236.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 25m

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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