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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Meiringen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 103 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m 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 Meiringen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 1h 57m 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 Meiringen from Basel by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Basel to Meiringen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
IC 61 615 | 615 · RE 24 4717 | 4717+
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ICE 271 | 271 · RE 24 4715 | 4715+PE LIX 2920 | 2920
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The most popular day trips by train from Meiringen are Interlaken, Brienz, Lucerne, Grindelwald and Bern. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Meiringen on Omio.
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.
Brienz is a lakeside village in the Bernese Oberland known for woodcarving, chalet-style houses and clear turquoise water. Set on Lake Brienz beneath steep mountains, it feels quiet and distinctly Alpine.
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.
Grindelwald is a mountain village in the Bernese Oberland, best known for its views of the Eiger and alpine setting. It combines hiking and skiing culture with traditional chalets and a relaxed resort atmosphere.
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.
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