Bus from Geneva to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Geneva to Basel on July 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:52 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Geneva to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 614, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3h 6mAverage Duration
185 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceNOK 256 - NOK 1,739Average Duration8h 5m
5kg CO₂e
Average PriceNOK 614 - NOK 2,650Average Duration3h 6m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Geneva to Basel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Geneva to Basel?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Geneva to Basel start from NOK 256. The average price for this route is around NOK 628. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Geneva to Basel?

    The average bus travel time from Geneva to Basel is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Geneva to Basel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Geneva to Basel?

    The earliest bus departs from Geneva to Basel at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Geneva to Basel?

    A bus trip from Geneva to Basel generates an estimated 4.677425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12099 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Geneva to Basel?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Geneva to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-19
NOK 469
07-20
NOK 273
Today
NOK 731
07-22
NOK 498
07-23
NOK 487
07-24
NOK 898
07-25
No data
07-26
NOK 1,002
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Geneva to Basel was searched and found on Jul 20, 2026 with a price of NOK 273

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Geneva to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 273 to NOK 1,275 for a bus ticket from Geneva to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 487 which is on 2026-07-23.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Geneva to Basel?

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