What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Geneva?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Geneva is to rideshare which costs SFr 18 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Geneva?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Geneva is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at Geneva via Basel Euroairport FR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Genève via Renens VD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Basel to Geneva?

The distance between Basel and Geneva is 228 km. The road distance is 230.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Geneva without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 220.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Geneva?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Basel to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Geneva bus from?

Basel to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Geneva train from?

Basel to Geneva train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Geneva?

The best way to get from Basel to Geneva is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Basel to Geneva bus arrive?

Basel to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Basel to Geneva train arrive?

Basel to Geneva train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD station.

Can I drive from Basel to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Geneva is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Basel to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Geneva?

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 571+ hotels available in Geneva.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Geneva?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Geneva. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Geneva - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Geneva by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, train, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain Ic51
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain Re33 / ...
3h 8m
CHF 64–213
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Genèverideshare 230.6 km
3h 12m
CHF 18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Genevabus FlixBus N839
5h 13m
CHF 19–33
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3h 16m
CHF 121–340
Drive 230.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Genevacar 230.5 km
3h 6m
CHF 37–53

Basel to Geneva by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

CHF 64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.4 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Genève via Renens VD in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Geneva 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 16–29 and the journey takes 4h.

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