The cheapest and fastest trains from Bregenz to Basel
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bregenz to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bregenz to Basel will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bregenz for Basel every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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 coach and train for Bregenz to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bregenz to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bregenz to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Bregenz to Basel trains for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 198+ IC 564 | 08:00 Bregenz station | 2h28 | 10:28 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
REX 1+ RE 3 | 08:49 Bregenz station | 3h23 | 12:12 Basel Bad Bhf | 1 change | |
REX 5564 · RE 3078+ SBB S6 | 08:49 Bregenz station | 3h36 | 12:25 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
EC 196+ IC 568 | 10:00 Bregenz station | 2h28 | 12:28 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
REX 1+ RJX 368+ IC 592 | 10:11 Bregenz station | 3h17 | 13:28 Basel SBB | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bregenz to Basel
Trains from Bregenz to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bregenz to Basel trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bregenz and Basel from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Thurbo
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Bregenz to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bregenz to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bregenz and Basel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available via Bahnhofstraße.
- Restaurant Poseidon
- Gasthof Lamm
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Messmer
- Hotel Weißes Kreuz
- Hotel Ibis Bregenz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-4
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 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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