The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Geneva
Cheapest price
48RM
Average price
66RM
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
57
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Geneva will cost around 66RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 48RM.
To travel from Basel to Geneva you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 61 969 | 969 · IR 15 2520 | 252011:58 AM3h07Basel SBB3:05 PMGeneva station48 RM1One-way1 change
IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 1 716 | 71611:32 AM3h06Basel SBB2:38 PMGeneva station49 RM1One-way1 change
IR 56 1878 | 1878 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 18326:02 PM2h53Basel SBB8:55 PMGeneva station49 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 71812:32 PM3h06Basel SBB3:38 PMGeneva station50 RM1One-way1 change
ICE 101 | 101 · IR 15 2518 | 251810:58 AM3h07Basel SBB2:05 PMGeneva station51 RM1One-way1 change
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 18128:04 AM2h51Basel SBB10:55 AMGeneva station56 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 21 667 | 667 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 18149:04 AM2h51Basel SBB11:55 AMGeneva station91 RM1One-way2 changes
IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 181610:04 AM2h51Basel SBB12:55 PMGeneva station55 RM1One-way2 changes
IR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 182012:04 PM2h51Basel SBB2:55 PMGeneva station74 RM1One-way2 changes
IC 21 671 | 671 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 181811:04 AM2h51Basel SBB1:55 PMGeneva station53 RM1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basel to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 27RM. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 27RM, and a train costs an average of 50RM.
Distance: 186 km
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4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Basel to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Geneva trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 107 | 107 · IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 70107 | 70107 · IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1876 | 1876 · IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 1830 | 5:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 683 | 683 · IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 1830 | 5:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1632 | 1632 · IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 8:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 51 1638 | 1638 · IR 95 1736 | 1736 | 8:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h04 | 11:36 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1884 | 1884 · IC 5 538 | 538 · RE 33 18486 | 18486 | 9:02 PM Basel SBB | 3h28 | 12:30 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 691 | 691 · IC 5 538 | 538 · RE 33 18486 | 18486 | 9:04 PM Basel SBB | 3h26 | 12:30 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1640 | 1640 · IR 95 1738 | 1738 | 9:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 12:39 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1886 | 1886 · IC 5 540 | 540 · RE 33 18488 | 18488 | 10:02 PM Basel SBB | 3h20 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
ICE 377 | 377 · R 91 6142 | 6142 · IR 95 1702 | 1702 · RE 33 18406 | 18406 | 10:28 PM Basel SBB | 8h23 | 6:51 AM Geneva station | 3 changes | |
ICE 377 | 377 · IR 1804 | 1804 | 10:28 PM Basel SBB | 8h27 | 6:55 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
S 3 17387 | 17387 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 | 11:30 PM Basel SBB | 7h35 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
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IR 26 2347 | 2347 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 | 12:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h01 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
S 3 17390 | 17390 · IC 51 1604 | 1604 · IC 1 702 | 702 | 12:49 AM Basel SBB | 6h49 | 7:38 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
S 3 17312 | 17312 · IC 51 506 | 506 · IR 90 1806 | 1806 | 4:52 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 7:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 61 607 | 607 · IR 55 1756 | 1756 · IC 51 1608 | 1608 · IR 95 1706 | 1706 | 5:24 AM Basel SBB | 3h11 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 3 changes | |
IC 61 607 | 607 · IC 1 704 | 704 | 5:24 AM Basel SBB | 3h14 | 8:38 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 61 957 | 957 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 5:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1854 | 1854 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 6:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 8:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 6:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 8:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 9:38 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 6:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1856 | 1856 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 7:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 9:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 663 | 663 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 9:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 10:38 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1858 | 1858 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 10:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 10:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 11:38 AM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h57 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 56 1860 | 1860 · RE 56 4560 | 4560 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 3 changes | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1616 | 1616 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 12:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 61 965 | 965 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1862 | 1862 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1618 | 1618 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 1:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 101 | 101 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1864 | 1864 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 11:02 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 671 | 671 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 11:04 AM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1620 | 1620 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 2:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 61 969 | 969 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 11:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1866 | 1866 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 12:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 12:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 3:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
9218 · 9777+ 407097 | 12:34 PM Basel SBB | 7h45 | 8:19 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1868 | 1868 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 1:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 1:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 4:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
ICE 279 | 279 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 1:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1870 | 1870 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 2:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 2:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1626 | 1626 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 2:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 5:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 6 975 | 975 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 2:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 6:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1872 | 1872 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 3:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
EC 173 | 173 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 3:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1628 | 1628 · IC 1 724 | 724 | 3:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 6:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 61 977 | 977 · IR 15 2528 | 2528 | 3:58 PM Basel SBB | 3h07 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
IR 56 1874 | 1874 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828 | 4:02 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828 | 4:04 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1630 | 1630 · IC 1 726 | 726 | 4:32 PM Basel SBB | 3h06 | 7:38 PM Geneva station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Geneva
Trains from Basel to Geneva run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 50RM but you can travel from only 27RM by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price 50RM |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Basel to Geneva trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Basel and Geneva from 27RM. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
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FAQs: Basel to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Geneva
Most Basel to Geneva trains use the Basel SBB to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Basel and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Geneva leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel, Brausebad from Basel city centre
Basel, Brausebad train station facilities and services
Basel, Brausebad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Basel, Brausebad.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Brausebad.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel, Brausebad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Brausebad: The station has accessible entrances and facilities.
Which Geneva station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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