The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Schaffhausen
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Schaffhausen will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Schaffhausen on Mon, Nov 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Schaffhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 81 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Schaffhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Schaffhausen trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:33 AM Basel | 1h40 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Basel | 2h08 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Basel | 2h06 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 AM Basel | 2h00 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:43 AM Basel | 2h00 | 9:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Schaffhausen by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Schaffhausen
Trains from Basel to Schaffhausen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: SBB, Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Schaffhausen trainsSBB, Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Schaffhausen from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Schaffhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your route from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel St. Johann. When arriving in Schaffhausen, you can end your trip in train stations like Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen, Bahnhof and Schaffhausen, Neutal.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Schaffhausen, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Schaffhausen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Güterhof
- Restaurant Falken
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Kronenhof
- Sorell Hotel Rüden
- Hotel Park Villa
- Located in the main hall
- 496 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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