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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Arth
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Arth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Arth will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Arth on Sun, Dec 21, 1 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 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
Live departures
Basel to Arth train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Arth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:58 AM Basel | 1h47 | 4:45 AM Arth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Arth
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Trains from Basel to Arth run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: SBB from Basel to Arth trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Arth from $34 (€27). 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 Arth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Arth 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 Arth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Arth
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Rigi Kulm
- Restaurant Gotthard
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Rigi
- Hotel Restaurant Roessli
- Hotel Alpenhof
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, InterRegio, and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel- Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Rigi Kulm Hotel
- The station is a small mountain station with basic facilities, primarily serving tourists visiting Mount Rigi.
- Cogwheel train: Arth-Goldau to Rigi Kulm
- Vitznau to Rigi Kulm
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