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Klostermuseum Engelberg
Monastery museum presenting books, liturgical objects and documents that explain the abbey’s long history in Engelberg.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Engelberg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£35
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£39
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
2 h 15 m
Trains on 06 Oct
5
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Engelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Engelberg will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Fast trains
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 5 trains from Basel to Engelberg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
6:132h16Basel8:29Engelberg£351One-way0 changes- 8:041h49Basel9:53Engelberg£391One-way0 changes
- 6:302h23Basel8:53Engelberg£401One-way0 changes
- 7:302h23Basel9:53Engelberg£401One-way0 changes
- 8:302h23Basel10:53Engelberg£421One-way0 changes
- 8:041h49Basel9:53Engelberg£391One-way0 changes
- 6:132h16Basel8:29Engelberg£351One-way0 changes
- 8:302h23Basel10:53Engelberg£421One-way0 changes
- 7:302h23Basel9:53Engelberg£401One-way0 changes
- 6:302h23Basel8:53Engelberg£401One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Engelberg
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Basel to Engelberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Live departures
Basel to Engelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Engelberg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:13 Basel | 2h16 | 8:29 Engelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:30 Basel | 2h23 | 8:53 Engelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:30 Basel | 2h23 | 9:53 Engelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:04 Basel | 1h49 | 9:53 Engelberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Basel | 2h23 | 10:53 Engelberg | 0 changesdirect |
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Train companies: SBB from Basel to Engelberg trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Engelberg from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest SBB Price
£23
SBB frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Engelberg
Things to do in Engelberg
Discover the best of Engelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Engelberg trip today.
- Recommended
Schaukäserei Kloster Engelberg
Cheese dairy visitor exhibition showing regional production methods, with viewing areas and practical insight into local food culture.
Stiftsbibliothek Engelberg
Abbey library displaying historic volumes and manuscripts in a scholarly setting linked to Engelberg’s monastic tradition.
- Must visit
Titlis Cliff Walk
High mountain area with glacier views, suspension cliff walk and panoramic terraces; one of Engelberg’s signature outings.
- Must visit
Trübsee
Scenic mountain lake and walking area beneath Titlis, reached by cableway and known for clear views and relaxed trails.
- Recommended
Eugenisee
Gentle riverside and alpine meadow area popular for walking, picnics and family time close to the village centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Sbrinz
A hard alpine cheese from central Switzerland, traditionally made from raw cow’s milk. It reflects the region’s mountain dairy culture and is often served in rustic inns.
- Vegetarian
Käsefondue
Melted Swiss cheese blended with wine and eaten with bread. A classic mountain meal widely enjoyed in Engelberg after skiing and during winter gatherings.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Raclette
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. A hearty alpine dish popular across central Switzerland and common in Engelberg restaurants.
Restaurant Alpenclub
Traditional Swiss restaurant in the monastery area, known for local specialities in a cosy alpine setting.
Hotel Restaurant Hoheneck
Historic hotel restaurant focused on Swiss and seasonal dishes in a polished yet welcoming dining room.
Restaurant Spannort
Well-known mountain and village restaurant serving Swiss classics, with a relaxed atmosphere and broad appeal.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
Engelberg is pricier than many Alpine towns, with high hotel rates, costly dining and mountain transport adding to typical daily spend.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 70+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small tips are appreciated, not expected.
SBB Mobile
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Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 3
- Day pass
- CHF 29
To the city centre
Engelberg station -> Kloster Engelberg, Engelberg
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in SBB Mobile or at the station before boarding; Swiss rail and bus services generally do not support tap-in contactless fare payment.
- SBB Mobile can propose the appropriate regional ticket and may cap eligible trips to a day-pass price with EasyRide, depending on the fare rules.
Best day trips from Engelberg by train
The most popular day trips by train from Engelberg are Lucerne, Zurich, Bern, Interlaken and Lugano. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Engelberg on Omio.
Day trip from Engelberg to Lucerne by train
Why visit Lucerne for the day?
Lucerne is known for its medieval old town, the Chapel Bridge and its setting on Lake Lucerne beneath the mountains. Historic streets and a calm waterfront give the city a distinctly Swiss character.
How to get from Engelberg to Lucerne by train?
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 47m.
Day trip from Engelberg to Zurich by train
Why visit Zurich for the day?
Zurich combines a global financial role with a calm lakeside setting and a well-kept Altstadt. It is known for banking and shopping, but also for art, river bathing and a distinctly orderly Swiss feel.
How to get from Engelberg to Zurich by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 29m.
Day trip from Engelberg to Bern by train
Why visit Bern for the day?
Bern is Switzerland’s capital, known for its sandstone Old City, arcades and the Aare around its centre. It combines medieval character with a calm, everyday feel and a strong link to Albert Einstein.
How to get from Engelberg to Bern by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 47m.
Day trip from Engelberg to Interlaken by train
Why visit Interlaken for the day?
Interlaken sits between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and is known as a gateway to the Jungfrau region. Its grand old hotels, riverfront setting and steady outdoor buzz give the town a polished but relaxed Alpine feel.
How to get from Engelberg to Interlaken by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 2h 30m.
Day trip from Engelberg to Lugano by train
Why visit Lugano for the day?
Lugano is known for its lakeside setting and Swiss-Italian character, where palm-lined streets meet elegant piazzas. It combines a polished business centre with relaxed outdoor life, framed by Lake Lugano and the surrounding hills.
How to get from Engelberg to Lugano by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 2h 17m.
FAQs: Basel to Engelberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Engelberg 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 Engelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Basel to Engelberg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Basel to Engelberg covers a distance of 103 km and takes approximately 1h 44m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Basel to Engelberg is 103 km.
The first train from Basel to Engelberg leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Basel to Engelberg departs at 23:45.
Trains from Basel to Engelberg run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basel to Engelberg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basel to Engelberg.
There is no night train service from Basel to Engelberg.
The train station in Basel that goes to Engelberg is Basel SBB, and it arrives at Engelberg station.
Booking trains from Basel to Engelberg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Basel to Engelberg is considered scenic, as it passes through the picturesque Swiss countryside, offering views of rolling hills, charming villages, and stunning mountainous landscapes.
Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Engelberg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Engelberg
Most Basel to Engelberg trains use the Basel SBB to Engelberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Engelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Basel
Arrival train stations in Engelberg
Which Basel station do trains to Engelberg leave from?
Trains from Basel to Engelberg leave from Basel SBB. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.
Basel SBBCentralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland+41 51 221 22 22
City-centre transport
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 5m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
Bus50 · 4m · £2 · every ~15 min
Tram11 · 5m · £2
1, 3, 2 · 7m · £2 · every ~25 min
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.
Basel Bad BhfSchwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland+41 61 690 13 13
City-centre transport
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus30 · 11m · £3 · every ~18 min
Tram6, 1, 2 · 19m · £3 · every ~20 min
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 Engelberg station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Trains from Basel to Engelberg arrive at Engelberg. Engelberg is from Engelberg city centre.
EngelbergBahnhofstrasse, 6390 Engelberg, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Engelberg from Engelberg city centre
TrainRe4 · 7h 54m · £93
60 · 8h 35m · £127
75 · 10h 17m · £53 · every ~2 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 7h 20m
FlixBus N177, FlixBus 283A · 8h 49m · £27
Engelberg train station facilities and services
Engelberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Spice Bistro, Alpenclub
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Engelberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Engelberg.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Engelberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Engelberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Engelberg: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kempinski Palace Engelberg, Hotel Bellevue-Terminus, Hotel Waldegg.
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