The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Geneva International Airport
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
12
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 $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Geneva International Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 21 10667 | 10667 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814
IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 706
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812
IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 15 2514 | 2514
IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 15 2510 | 2510
IC 21 10667 | 10667 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812
IC 21 10663 | 10663 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810
IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808
IR 56 1858 | 1858 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812Travel 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, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 61 957 | 957 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 4:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h17 | 8:15 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IR 56 1854 | 1854 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 5:02 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 8:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 5:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h01 | 8:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1610 | 1610 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 5:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h05 | 8:37 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 5:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h17 | 9:15 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IC 21 10663 | 10663 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 6:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h01 | 9:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 6:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h05 | 9:37 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IR 56 1858 | 1858 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 7:02 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 10:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h01 | 10:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:32 AM Basel SBB | 3h05 | 10:37 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 7:58 AM Basel SBB | 3h17 | 11:15 AM Genève-Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
IC 21 10667 | 10667 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h01 | 11:05 AM Genève-Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Basel to Geneva International Airport trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Basel to Geneva International Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel to Geneva International Airport.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Geneva International Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basel to Geneva International Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SBB tickets can be bought on SBB's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Basel to Geneva International Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Geneva International Airport.
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 $60 (€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 $60 (€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, 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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