The cheapest and fastest trains from Rust to Basel
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rust to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rust to Basel will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 16 trains that leave Rust for Basel on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
RE 5335
RB 17110 · RE 5335
RB 17115 · ICE 103
RB 17109 · ICE 5
RB 17111 · ICE 101
ECE 151
RE 17010 · ECE 151
RB 17115 · ICE 103
RB 17109 · ICE 5
RB 17113 · ICE 275Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Rust to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rust to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€31 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rust to Basel train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RB 17109 · ICE 5 | On time 7:22 AM Orschweier | 1h26 | 8:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17109 · ICE 5 | On time 7:25 AM Ringsheim/Europa-Park | 1h23 | 8:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17109 · ICE 5 | On time 7:28 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h20 | 8:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17111 · ICE 101 | On time 8:22 AM Orschweier | 1h26 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17111 · ICE 101 | On time 8:25 AM Ringsheim/Europa-Park | 1h23 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17111 · ICE 101 | On time 8:28 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h20 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RE 17010 · ECE 151 | On time 8:50 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h05 | 9:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151 | On time 8:58 AM Ringsheim/Europa-Park | 0h57 | 9:55 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
RB 17113 · ICE 275 | On time 9:22 AM Orschweier | 1h26 | 10:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17113 · ICE 275 | On time 9:25 AM Ringsheim/Europa-Park | 1h23 | 10:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17113 · ICE 275 | On time 9:28 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h20 | 10:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17110 · RE 5335 | On time 9:34 AM Orschweier | 1h45 | 11:19 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RE 5335 | On time 9:52 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h27 | 11:19 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
RB 17115 · ICE 103 | On time 10:22 AM Orschweier | 1h26 | 11:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17115 · ICE 103 | On time 10:25 AM Ringsheim/Europa-Park | 1h23 | 11:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RB 17115 · ICE 103 | On time 10:28 AM Herbolzheim(Breisgau) | 1h20 | 11:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rust to Basel
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 02:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Rust to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Rust and Basel from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
FAQs: Trains from Rust to Basel

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rust to Basel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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