Train Basel Geneva
Book a train ticket from Basel to Geneva
Book a train ticket from Basel to Geneva
Information about the Basel to Geneva train
| Number routes per day | 36 |
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| Average route time | 3h 00m |
| Shortest route time | 2h 51m |
| First hour of departure | 5h 24m |
| Last hour of departure | 21h 32m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Geneva
How much does a train ticket from Basel to Geneva cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Geneva take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Geneva?
How many trains run from Basel to Geneva each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Geneva?
What is the distance between Basel and Geneva by train?
What time is the first train from Basel to Geneva?
What time is the last train from Basel to Geneva?
To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Geneva, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Geneva?
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Geneva?
Price of a Basel – Geneva Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Basel to Geneva: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Basel to Geneva at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Basel – Geneva
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Basel to Geneva? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.
Last-minute Basel – Geneva Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Basel to Geneva ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Basel to Geneva and alternative routes
For your journey to Geneva, if a direct train is available from Basel, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.
Which companies operate the train from Basel to Geneva?
SBB
SBB
Travel from Basel to Geneva with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Basel to Geneva train?
SBB
SBB
Travel from Basel to Geneva by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Basel - Geneva allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.
What on-board services are available on the Basel to Geneva train?
SBB
SBB
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Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant
Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
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Free Internet on board and in stations
Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
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Enhanced comfort in 1st class
Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
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Transporting your luggage on board the train
SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
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Transporting your bicycle on board the train
Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
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Travelling with your pet
Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.
Which stations does the train from Basel to Geneva depart from and arrive at?
Basel SBB
Basel station, also known as Basel SBB, is the largest border station in Europe. Located in the city centre, it plays a key role in international rail connections between Switzerland, France and Germany. From the station, you can easily reach Basel Cathedral on Münsterplatz (around 15 minutes on foot) or Basel Town Hall (around 20 minutes).
How do I get to Basel station?
Basel station is very well served by public transport. To get there, you can take one of the tram lines that stop in front of the station ("Bahnhof SBB" stop). Many bus lines serve the station. If you are a cyclist, you can easily park your bike at the Velostation at the station.
What are the main destinations from Basel station?
From Basel station, enjoy a wide range of journeys within Switzerland and abroad, including to France. TGV Lyria offers several journeys every day to Paris, via Dijon, Mulhouse Ville and Belfort - Montbéliard TGV. TER offers journeys to Strasbourg via St-Louis, Colmar, Mulhouse and Sélestat. Other operators run services to Zurich, Frankfurt am Main, Laufenburg and Laufen, among others.
Genève-Cornavin
Geneva-Cornavin station, often called Cornavin station, is an international station and the main railway station of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the city and the surrounding region: arriving at Geneva station, you are 10 minutes' walk from Lake Geneva and its famous Jet d'Eau. By tram, you can easily reach the Palais des Nations.
How do I get to Geneva station?
Geneva Cornavin station is very well served by public transport. Around ten TPG (Transports Publics Genevois) bus lines serve the station, allowing you to get to the city centre quickly. Three Geneva tram lines (lines 14, 15 and 18) also serve the station, taking you to various sights in the city. If you are a cyclist, the Montbrillant Vélostation is a few steps from Geneva station.
What are the main destinations from Geneva station?
From Geneva, enjoy a wide range of journeys within Switzerland and abroad. TGV Lyria offers many journeys every day to France, via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine and Bourg-en-Bresse. In Switzerland, many trains will take you to Montreux, Vevey, Geneva Airport, Lausanne, Lucerne, Fribourg, Annemasse and Bellegarde-sur-Valserine.
Basel to Geneva train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
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| 5h 24m | 8h 25m | 3h 01m | SBB | |
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| 5h 58m | 9h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 6h 32m | 9h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 6h 58m | 10h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 7h 04m | 9h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 7h 32m | 10h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 7h 58m | 11h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 8h 32m | 11h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 8h 58m | 12h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 9h 04m | 11h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 9h 32m | 12h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 9h 58m | 13h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 10h 32m | 13h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 10h 58m | 14h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 11h 04m | 13h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 11h 32m | 14h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 11h 58m | 15h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 12h 32m | 15h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 12h 58m | 16h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 13h 04m | 15h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 13h 32m | 16h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 13h 58m | 17h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 14h 32m | 17h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 14h 58m | 18h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 15h 04m | 17h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 15h 32m | 18h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 15h 58m | 19h 05m | 3h 07m | SBB | |
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| 16h 32m | 19h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 17h 04m | 19h 55m | 2h 51m | SBB | |
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| 17h 32m | 20h 25m | 2h 53m | SBB | |
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| 18h 32m | 21h 35m | 3h 03m | SBB | |
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| 19h 04m | 22h 04m | 3h 00m | SBB | |
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| 19h 32m | 22h 51m | 3h 19m | SBB | |
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| 20h 32m | 23h 35m | 3h 03m | SBB | |
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| 21h 04m | 0h 07m | 3h 03m | SBB | |
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| 21h 32m | 0h 52m | 3h 20m | SBB | |
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