The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
20 h 49 m
Average duration
22 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Stockholm will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Stockholm every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1478 km distance in an average of 22 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 19 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 1478 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£163 Average Price | £251 Average Price | £143 Average Price Cheapest |
19h 13m Average total duration 18h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 45m Average total duration 30h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.4 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Stockholm trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:13 Basel | 21h27 | 10:40 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:07 Basel | 23h27 | 14:34 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:13 Basel | 21h20 | 15:33 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:16 Basel | 21h17 | 15:33 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 09:13 Basel | 24h19 | 09:32 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:06 Basel | 20h49 | 07:55 Stockholm | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Stockholm
Trains from Basel to Stockholm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 1478 km distance in 20h 29m.
Distance 1478 km |
Average train duration 18h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 20h 29m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ from Basel to Stockholm trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ trains will get you between Basel and Stockholm from £61. 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.
SJ
FAQs: Basel to Stockholm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Stockholm
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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