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Basel to Geneva

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2 h 31 min
250 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Basel to Geneva

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Cheapest
By car (250 km)
2 h 31 min
250 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 31 min
250 km.
from $9.51
Train
3 h 29 min
184 km.
from $164.76
Train, Plane
3 h 46 min
185 km.
from $238.92

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.83–$31.52

Airlines

Air France

Website:
airfrance.com
Plane from Basel to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$315.22

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Basel to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$39.13–$195.65

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Basel to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$369.57
Plane from Basel to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26

Air Dolomiti

Website:
airdolomiti.it/
Plane from Basel to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$467.39

Train operators

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Bern
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.13–$70.65
Train from Bern to Genève
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.83–$86.96
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.78–$65.22

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Basel to Genève
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station) is to rideshare which costs $19.91 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Geneva (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Geneva. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Geneva (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Geneva (Station). However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Genève via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

The distance between Basel and Geneva (Station) is 257 km. The road distance is 250.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $86.96 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Basel to Geneva (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Geneva (Station) bus from?

Basel to Geneva (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Geneva (Station) train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

The best way to get from Basel to Geneva (Station) is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $86.96 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 3h 35m, you could also fly, which costs $52.17 - $228.26 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Basel to Geneva (Station) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Geneva (Station) train arrive?

Basel to Geneva (Station) train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bern station.

Can I drive from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Geneva (Station) is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Basel to Geneva (Station).

Which airlines fly from Basel Airport to Geneva International Airport Airport?

Air Dolomiti, Air France, Lufthansa and easyJet offer flights from Basel Airport to Geneva International Airport Airport.

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

Book your Basel to Geneva (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

Book your Basel to Geneva (Station) bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Geneva (Station)?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Geneva (Station). Prices start at $74.28 per night.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Geneva (Station)?

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