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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Eiken
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
33 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
33 m
Trains on 12 Sept
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Eiken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Eiken will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 1 trains from Basel to Eiken, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
8:190h33Basel8:52Eiken£151One-way0 changes
- 8:190h33Basel8:52Eiken£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Eiken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Eiken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Eiken:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Eiken costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Eiken take longer:
Train takes on average 32m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-21.31. The journey takes 32m versus 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Eiken
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Trains from Basel to Eiken run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 32m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Eiken trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Eiken from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Eiken train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Eiken 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 Eiken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Eiken
Most Basel to Eiken trains use the Basel SBB to Eiken station pair, with some services arriving at Eiken, Post. Use this guide to compare Basel and Eiken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Eiken 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.
Which Eiken station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Eiken train station facilities and services
Eiken has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Eiken.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eiken: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eiken.
Eiken, Post train station facilities and services
Eiken, Post has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eiken, Post.
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