The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Geneva International Airport
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Geneva International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Geneva International Airport will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basel for Geneva International Airport on Sat, Dec 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Geneva International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Geneva International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Geneva International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Geneva International Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:28 AM Basel | 3h08 | 9:36 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:28 AM Basel | 3h08 | 10:36 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Basel | 3h16 | 11:44 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Basel | 3h29 | 1:14 PM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Geneva International Airport
Trains from Basel to Geneva International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 08:28. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 08:28 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Geneva International Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Geneva International Airport from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Geneva International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Geneva International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Geneva International Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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