The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Andermatt
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Andermatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Andermatt will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Andermatt on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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 bus for Basel to Andermatt
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 prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €50, and a bus costs an average of €83.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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€57 Average price Cheapest | €83 Average price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Andermatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Andermatt trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:56 AM Basel | 3h10 | 12:06 PM Andermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:33 AM Basel | 3h51 | 10:24 AM Andermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Basel | 4h15 | 11:24 AM Andermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Basel | 3h51 | 11:24 AM Andermatt | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Andermatt by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Andermatt
Trains from Basel to Andermatt run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Andermatt trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Andermatt from $62 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Andermatt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Andermatt 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 Andermatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Andermatt
- 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
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Restaurant Biselli
- The Swiss House
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- The Chedi Andermatt
- Radisson Blu Hotel Reussen, Andermatt
- Hotel Crown
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-2 for regional trains
- Train: Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn
- Bus: Several local lines available
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