How to Travel from
Geneva to Basel
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Geneva to Basel
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (252 km)
2 h 36 min
252 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 36 min
252 km.
from $9.59
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Geneva to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17
Bosna Tours
Phone:
+ 387 30 514 886
Website:
bosnatours.ba/
Bus from Geneva to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Airlines
Air France
Website:
airfrance.com
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.62–$521.63
easyJet
Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.06–$330.79
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$636.13
Swiss
Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$458.01
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$636.13
Train operators
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Genève to Bern
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86
Train from Bern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.97
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$41.98–$76.34
SBB GmbH
Train from Bern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.45–$15.27
Trenitalia EuroCity
Train from Bern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$89.06
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Genève to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.97
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Basel?
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Basel is to rideshare which costs $20.48 and takes 3h 12m.
What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Basel?
The fastest way to get from Geneva to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $50 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Basel?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.
Is there a direct train between Geneva and Basel?
No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Basel. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Basel SBB via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
How far is it from Geneva to Basel?
The distance between Geneva and Basel is 264 km. The road distance is 252.3 km.
How do I travel from Geneva to Basel without a car?
The best way to get from Geneva to Basel without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $22.83 - $32.61 .
How long does it take to get from Geneva to Basel?
The bus from Geneva to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.
Where do I catch the Geneva to Basel bus from?
Geneva to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.
Where do I catch the Geneva to Basel train from?
Geneva to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Genève station.
Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Basel?
The best way to get from Geneva to Basel is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $22.83 - $32.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $163.04 and takes 3h 33m, you could also fly, which costs $86.96 - $228.26 and takes 4h 26m.
Where does the Geneva to Basel bus arrive?
Geneva to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.
Where does the Geneva to Basel train arrive?
Geneva to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bern station.
Can I drive from Geneva to Basel?
Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Basel is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Geneva to Basel.
How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Basel?
Book your Geneva to Basel train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Basel?
Book your Geneva to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Basel?
There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.
Can I share a ride from Geneva to Basel?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Basel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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