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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Basel
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Basel will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 35 trains that leave Bern for Basel on Fri, Aug 21, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
IC 8 841 | 841 · IC 21 696 | 69612:02 AM1h05Bern Hauptbahnhof1:07 AMBasel SBB€261One-way1 transfer- IC 1 703 | 703 · IR 27 2456 | 24565:29 AM1h15Bern Hauptbahnhof6:44 AMBasel SBB€261One-way1 transfer
- IR 35 2357 | 2357 · IR 26 2306 | 23065:38 AM1h17Bern Hauptbahnhof6:55 AMBasel SBB€271One-way1 transfer
- IR 16 2165 | 2165 · IR 27 2462 | 24628:36 AM1h08Bern Hauptbahnhof9:44 AMBasel SBB€271One-way1 transfer
- IR 16 2167 | 2167 · IR 27 2464 | 24649:36 AM1h08Bern Hauptbahnhof10:44 AMBasel SBB€271One-way1 transfer
- ICE 106 | 10612:04 PM0h56Bern Hauptbahnhof1:00 PMBasel SBB€351One-way0 transfers
- IC 6 970 | 9701:04 PM0h56Bern Hauptbahnhof2:00 PMBasel SBB€281One-way0 transfers
- IC 6 618 | 61812:33 PM0h56Bern Hauptbahnhof1:29 PMBasel SBB€291One-way0 transfers
- ICE 372 | 3729:04 AM0h56Bern Hauptbahnhof10:00 AMBasel SBB€331One-way0 transfers
- IC 6 960 | 9608:04 AM0h56Bern Hauptbahnhof9:00 AMBasel SBB€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bern to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 train costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €50.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Basel trains for today, Thursday, August 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 6 648 | 648 | 10:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h04 | 11:40 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8 839 | 839 · IR 26 2340 | 2340 | 11:02 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h58 | 12:00 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, August 21 | |||||
| IC 8 841 | 841 · IC 21 696 | 696 | 12:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h05 | 1:07 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 841 | 841 · S 3 17394 | 17394 | 12:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h25 | 1:27 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 17 2847 | 2847 · S 3 17314 | 17314 | 12:07 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h19 | 5:26 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2353 | 2353 · IR 26 2304 | 2304 | 4:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 5:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 703 | 703 · IR 27 2456 | 2456 | 5:29 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h15 | 6:44 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2357 | 2357 · IR 26 2306 | 2306 | 5:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 6:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 956 | 956 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 7:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 606 | 606 | 6:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 7:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2161 | 2161 · IR 27 2458 | 2458 | 6:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 7:44 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2359 | 2359 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 | 6:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 7:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 6 960 | 960 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 9:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 610 | 610 | 8:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 9:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2165 | 2165 · IR 27 2462 | 2462 | 8:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 9:44 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2363 | 2363 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 8:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 9:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 372 | 372 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 10:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 612 | 612 | 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 10:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2167 | 2167 · IR 27 2464 | 2464 | 9:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 10:44 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2365 | 2365 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 9:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 10:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 964 | 964 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 11:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 60 | 60 | 10:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 11:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 106 | 106 | 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 1:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 618 | 618 | 12:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 1:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2173 | 2173 · IR 27 2470 | 2470 | 12:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 1:44 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2371 | 2371 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 | 12:38 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 1:55 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 6 970 | 970 | 1:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 2:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 976 | 976 | 4:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 5:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6 626 | 626 | 4:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 5:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2181 | 2181 · IR 27 2478 | 2478 | 4:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 5:44 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2379 | 2379 · IR 26 2328 | 2328 | 4:38 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 5:55 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 6 978 | 978 | 5:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 6:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 61 628 | 628 | 5:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 6:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 16 2183 | 2183 · IR 27 2480 | 2480 | 5:36 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h08 | 6:44 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2381 | 2381 · IC 21 684 | 684 | 5:38 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h17 | 6:55 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 100 | 100 | 6:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 7:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 64 | 64 | 6:33 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h56 | 7:29 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bern to Basel
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Trains from Bern to Basel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 56m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Bern to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Bern and Basel from €25. 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 Bern to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Basel
Most Bern to Basel trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel, Brausebad. Use this guide to compare Bern and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bern station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Getting to Bern Wankdorf from Bern city centre
Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Wankdorf train station facilities and services
Bern Wankdorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.
Getting to Bern Europaplatz from Bern city centre
Bern Europaplatz is 3 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Europaplatz train station facilities and services
Bern Europaplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosengarten, Restaurant Marzilibrücke
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Europaplatz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Europaplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Europaplatz: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Bern Expo, Hotel Savoy Bern, Hotel National Bern.
Which Basel station do trains from Bern arrive at?
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
Basel, Brausebad train station facilities and services
Basel, Brausebad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Basel, Brausebad.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Brausebad.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel, Brausebad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Brausebad: The station has accessible entrances and facilities.
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.
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