Basel to Romanshorn train with SBB

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SBB
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SBB
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
Renfe AVANT
Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Romanshorn

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€51

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€51

Fastest journey on Sep 19

2 h 29 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

2 h 29 m

Trains on Sep 19

1

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Romanshorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Basel to Romanshorn will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Basel to Romanshorn, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 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.

  • SBB
    7:43 AM2h29
    Basel
    10:12 AMRomanshorn
    511One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Basel to Romanshorn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Romanshorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 135 km

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Bus
Driving

€41

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€30

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 18m

Average total duration

4h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Romanshorn is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Romanshorn:

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Romanshorn costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Romanshorn is by train with an average journey time of 2h 9m.

Other travel options to Romanshorn take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 48m.

Yes, you can take a train between Basel and Romanshorn.

Live departures

Basel to Romanshorn train times

The table below shows live departures for Basel to Romanshorn trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBB7:43 AM Basel
2h29
10:12 AM Romanshorn0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Romanshorn

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Trains from Basel to Romanshorn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 58m.

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 €13
Distance
135 km
Average train duration
2h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
€40
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 58m
First train
12:20 AM
Last train
11:17 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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 €13

Train companies: SBB from Basel to Romanshorn trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Romanshorn from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest SBB Price
€40
SBB frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Basel to Romanshorn

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Romanshorn can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basel to Romanshorn is €41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Basel to Romanshorn is 1h 58m to travel the 135 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Basel to Romanshorn leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Basel to Romanshorn leaves at 11:17 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Basel to Romanshorn which require at least one change with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Basel to Romanshorn, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Romanshorn. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Basel and Romanshorn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Romanshorn from Basel is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Basel to Romanshorn is March.
Yes, you can take a train between Basel and Romanshorn.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Basel to Romanshorn

Most Basel to Romanshorn trains use the Basel SBB to Romanshorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Romanshorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Basel
Arrival train stations in Romanshorn

Which Basel station do trains to Romanshorn leave from?

Trains from Basel to Romanshorn leave from Basel SBB. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.
Basel SBBCentralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland+41 51 221 22 22WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre

Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 5m · €1 · every ~2 min
Bus50 · 4m · €2 · every ~15 min
Tram11 · 5m · €2
1, 3, 2 · 7m · €2 · every ~25 min

Basel SBB train station facilities and services

Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.

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