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Trip Overview

The average train between Geneva and Basel takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Geneva 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.

2h 52m
Duration
228 km
Distance
CHF 86
Average price
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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
3h 44m
CHF 73–211

Geneva to Basel train times

Trains run hourly between Geneva and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Geneva is at 6:35 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 228.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Genève to Basel SBB via Renens VD in around 3h 44m.

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