Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

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Compare bus and train for Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. 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 bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $142.

Distance: 114 miles (185 km)

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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex

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Trains from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€115) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 3h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $53 (€43)
Distance
114 miles (185 km)
Average train duration
3h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
$142 (€115)
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
00:19
Last train
23:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $53 (€43)

Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Basel and Le Grand-Saconnex from $53 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
$159 (€129)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
16 a day

BLS AG

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
$142 (€115)
BLS AG frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex 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 Le Grand-Saconnex, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $142 (€115), while the average price is around $155 (€126).
The train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex takes 3h 3m and runs 10 per day.
The distance by train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex is 114 miles (185 km).
The first train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex leaves at 12:19 AM.
The last train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex leaves at 11:56 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex.
There is no direct train service currently available from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex.
The train station in Basel that goes to Le Grand-Saconnex is Basel SBB, which connects to Genève-Aéroport.
The cheapest way to get from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex is by bus, with a cost of around $53 (€43).
Yes, the train journey from Basel to Grand-Saconnex is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, charming villages, and stretches near Lake Geneva, providing a visually pleasing travel experience.
A day trip from Basel to Grand-Saconnex is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 3m. However, there are 8 train trips available per day for this route.
Grand-Saconnex is a small municipality, so typically, one to two days are sufficient to explore its main attractions and enjoy the surrounding areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex.

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Popular train stations from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex

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Le Grand-Saconnex
The major train station for departures in Basel is Basel SBB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel SBB for your trip from Basel to Le Grand-Saconnex.
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LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
1 km
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Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Da Roberto
  • Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Victoria
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
  • GAIA Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 800 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Basel SBB
  • Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 52 places, covered
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