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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Sion
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Sion will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Sion without transferring at least once.
IR 26 2347 | 2347 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 · R 7 24706 | 2470612:04 AM7h17Basel SBB7:21 AMGare de Sion€591One-way4 transfers- S 3 17390 | 17390 · IC 51 1604 | 1604 · IR 95 1709 | 170912:56 AM7h25Basel SBB8:21 AMGare de Sion€611One-way2 transfers
- ICE 101 | 101 · IR 95 1720 | 172010:58 AM2h36Basel SBB1:34 PMGare de Sion€651One-way1 transfer
- IC 61 969 | 969 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 95 1722 | 172211:58 AM2h36Basel SBB2:34 PMGare de Sion€661One-way2 transfers
- IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 95 1724 | 172412:58 PM2h36Basel SBB3:34 PMGare de Sion€661One-way1 transfer
- EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 182412:30 PM2h31Basel SBB3:01 PMGare de Sion€1101One-way1 transfer
- EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 18126:30 AM2h31Basel SBB9:01 AMGare de Sion€1101One-way1 transfer
- IC 6 625 | 625 · IR 90 1828 | 18282:30 PM2h31Basel SBB5:01 PMGare de Sion€671One-way1 transfer
- IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 18168:30 AM2h31Basel SBB11:01 AMGare de Sion€1101One-way1 transfer
- IC 6 617 | 617 · IR 90 1820 | 182010:30 AM2h31Basel SBB1:01 PMGare de Sion€1101One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Basel to Sion train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Sion trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h31 | 11:01 AM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
| IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 · B 591 559124 | 559124 · R 91 6116 | 6116 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 3h17 | 11:47 AM Gare de Sion | 3 transfers | |
| IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 95 1716 | 1716 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h36 | 11:34 AM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 965 | 965 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 9:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h36 | 12:34 PM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
| IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 · B 591 559138 | 559138 · R 91 6120 | 6120 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 3h17 | 1:47 PM Gare de Sion | 3 transfers | |
| IC 6 617 | 617 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h31 | 1:01 PM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 101 | 101 · IR 95 1720 | 1720 | 10:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h36 | 1:34 PM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| IR 26 2347 | 2347 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 · R 7 24706 | 24706 | 12:04 AM Basel SBB | 7h17 | 7:21 AM Gare de Sion | 4 transfers | |
| S 3 17391 | 17391 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IC 6 955 | 955 · IR 95 1708 | 1708 | 12:30 AM Basel SBB | 7h04 | 7:34 AM Gare de Sion | 3 transfers | |
| S 3 17390 | 17390 · IC 51 1604 | 1604 · IR 95 1709 | 1709 | 12:56 AM Basel SBB | 7h25 | 8:21 AM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Sion
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Trains from Basel to Sion run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Sion trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Sion from €67. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Sion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Sion
Most Basel to Sion trains use the Basel SBB to Gare de Sion station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Sion train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Sion leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Basel, Brausebad from Basel city centre
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Sion station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Gare de Sion from Sion city centre
Gare de Sion train station facilities and services
Gare de Sion has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Inglewood Sion, Brasserie de la Gare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Sion. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Sion. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Sion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Sion: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sion: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moxy Sion, Hotel Elite, Hotel Castel.
Most popular train connections from Basel
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