The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Biel/Bienne
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Biel/Bienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Biel/Bienne will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Biel/Bienne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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 21 667 | 667 · IC 5 514 | 514
IC 51 1614 | 1614
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512
IR 56 1860 | 1860 · RE 56 4560 | 4560
IR 56 1858 | 1858
IC 51 1614 | 1614
IR 56 1860 | 1860 · RE 56 4560 | 4560
IR 56 1858 | 1858
IC 21 667 | 667 · IC 5 514 | 514
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512Live departures
Basel to Biel/Bienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Biel/Bienne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 56 1858 | 1858 | 07:02 Basel SBB | 1h09 | 08:11 Biel/Bienne | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 07:04 Basel SBB | 1h10 | 08:14 Biel/Bienne | 1 change | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 | 07:32 Basel SBB | 1h09 | 08:41 Biel/Bienne | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 56 1860 | 1860 · RE 56 4560 | 4560 | 08:02 Basel SBB | 1h09 | 09:11 Biel/Bienne | 1 change | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 08:04 Basel SBB | 1h10 | 09:14 Biel/Bienne | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Biel/Bienne
Trains from Basel to Biel/Bienne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Basel to Biel/Bienne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Basel and Biel/Bienne from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basel to Biel/Bienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Biel/Bienne 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 Biel/Bienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Biel/Bienne
- 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 - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Seeland
- Restaurant St. Gervais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Elite
- Art Déco Hotel Elite
- Mercure Plaza Biel
- Located in the main hall
- 580 places, some covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- Regional train connections
Most popular train connections from Basel
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