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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Andermatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 129 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£58 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Andermatt, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 3h 4m versus 2h 9m 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.
How to get to Andermatt from Basel by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Basel to Andermatt is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Andermatt are Lucerne, Zurich, Altdorf, Lugano and Bellinzona. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Andermatt on Omio.
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.
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.
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.
Bellinzona is best known for its three medieval castles, which rise above a compact Ticino centre. Italian-speaking and relaxed, it mixes fortress history with arcaded streets and Alpine surroundings.
Travel to Andermatt easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Andermatt.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Andermatt as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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