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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Winterthur to Basel
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winterthur to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winterthur to Basel will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Winterthur 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 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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 and coach for Winterthur to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winterthur 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 £24.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Winterthur to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Winterthur to Basel trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:09 Winterthur | 1h39 | 07:48 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:24 Winterthur | 1h29 | 07:53 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:41 Winterthur | 1h43 | 08:24 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winterthur to Basel
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Trains from Winterthur to Basel run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: SBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Winterthur to Basel trainsSBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Winterthur and Basel from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Winterthur to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winterthur 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 Winterthur and Basel
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rudolfstrasse.
- Fu Ji Restaurant
- Restaurant Strauss
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Banana City
- Park Hotel Winterthur
- Sorell Hotel Krone
- Located in the main hall
- 174 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Zurich, St. Gallen, and other destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: S-Bahn lines S11, S12, S26, S29
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingAccessibilityParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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