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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bellinzona
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bellinzona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Bellinzona will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 12 trains that leave Basel for Bellinzona on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
IR 27 2465 | 2465 · EC 153 | 153+
IR VAE 2021 | 20219:13 AM2h59Basel SBB12:12 PMBellinzona station$831One-way2 transfers- IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 21 667 | 6678:53 AM2h49Basel SBB11:42 AMBellinzona station$1111One-way1 transfer
- IR 36 1965 | 1965 · EC 153 | 1539:07 AM3h05Basel SBB12:12 PMBellinzona station$1111One-way1 transfer
- IR 27 2463 | 24638:13 AM3h08Basel SBB11:21 AMBellinzona station$1111One-way0 transfers
- IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 15 | 158:29 AM2h43Basel SBB11:12 AMBellinzona station$1111One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 15 | 158:29 AM2h43Basel SBB11:12 AMBellinzona station$1111One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 561 | 561 · EC 31 | 317:29 AM2h43Basel SBB10:12 AMBellinzona station$1181One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 559 | 559 · EC 13 | 136:29 AM2h43Basel SBB9:12 AMBellinzona station$1181One-way1 transfer
- IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 21 667 | 6678:53 AM2h49Basel SBB11:42 AMBellinzona station$1111One-way1 transfer
- ICE 271 | 271 · IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 8657:53 AM2h49Basel SBB10:42 AMBellinzona station$1181One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Bellinzona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bellinzona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $460 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Bellinzona:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Bellinzona costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $404 (€331) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Bellinzona costing on average $460 (€377).
Other travel options to Bellinzona take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 13m.
Flight takes on average 8h 5m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Basel to Bellinzona train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bellinzona trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 6 959 | 959 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 6:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 9:42 AM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 1961 | 1961 · EC 301 | 301 | 7:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 10:12 AM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2461 | 2461 · EC 301 | 301+IR VAE 2017 | 2017 | 7:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 10:12 AM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 36 1963 | 1963 · EC 15 | 15 | 8:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 11:12 AM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2463 | 2463 · EC 15 | 15+IR VAE 2019 | 2019 | 8:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 11:12 AM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 8:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 11:42 AM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 1965 | 1965 · EC 153 | 153 | 9:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 12:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2465 | 2465 · EC 153 | 153+IR VAE 2021 | 2021 | 9:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 12:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2265 | 2265 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 9:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 12:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 965 | 965 · IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 9:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 12:42 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 36 1967 | 1967 · EC 19 | 19 | 10:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 1:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2467 | 2467 · EC 19 | 19+IR VAE 2023 | 2023 | 10:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 1:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 101 | 101 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 10:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 1:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 151 | 151 | 11:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h08 | 2:12 PM Bellinzona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 36 1969 | 1969 · EC 151 | 151 | 11:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 2:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2469 | 2469 · EC 151 | 151+IR VAE 2025 | 2025 | 11:13 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 2:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2269 | 2269 · IC 2 873 | 873 | 11:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 2:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 969 | 969 · IR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 2 873 | 873 | 11:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 2:42 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 36 1971 | 1971 · EC 21 | 21 | 12:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 3:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2471 | 2471 · EC 21 | 21+IR VAE 2027 | 2027 | 12:13 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 3:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 6 971 | 971 · IC 21 675 | 675 | 12:53 PM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 3:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 1973 | 1973 · EC 37 | 37 | 1:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 4:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2473 | 2473 · EC 37 | 37+IR VAE 2029 | 2029 | 1:13 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 4:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2273 | 2273 · IC 2 877 | 877 | 1:43 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 4:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 279 | 279 · IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 | 1:53 PM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 4:42 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 36 1975 | 1975 · EC 123 | 123 | 2:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 5:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2475 | 2475 · EC 123 | 123+IR VAE 2031 | 2031 | 2:13 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 5:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 6 975 | 975 · EC 173 | 173 | 2:53 PM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 5:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 36 1977 | 1977 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 | 3:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 6:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2477 | 2477 · IC 2 1479 | 1479+IR VAE 2033 | 2033 | 3:13 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 6:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2277 | 2277 · IC 2 881 | 881 | 3:43 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 6:42 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 977 | 977 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 | 3:53 PM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 6:42 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 36 1979 | 1979 · EC 25 | 25 | 4:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h03 | 7:12 PM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 27 2479 | 2479 · EC 25 | 25+IR VAE 2035 | 2035 | 4:13 PM Basel SBB | 2h59 | 7:12 PM Bellinzona station | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| IC 3 559 | 559 · EC 13 | 13 | 6:29 AM Basel SBB | 2h43 | 9:12 AM Bellinzona station | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Basel to Bellinzona
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Trains from Basel to Bellinzona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Bellinzona trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Bellinzona from $40 (€33). 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 Bellinzona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Bellinzona 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 Bellinzona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Bellinzona
Most Basel to Bellinzona trains use the Basel SBB to Bellinzona station pair, with some services arriving at Bellinzona, Business Center. Use this guide to compare Basel and Bellinzona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Bellinzona leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel, Brausebad from Basel city centre
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Bellinzona station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Bellinzona from Bellinzona city centre
Bellinzona train station facilities and services
Bellinzona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Casa del Popolo, Ristorante Locanda Orico
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bellinzona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bellinzona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bellinzona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bellinzona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bellinzona: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona, Hotel & SPA Internazionale, Hotel Unione.
Getting to Bellinzona, Business Center from Bellinzona city centre
Most popular train connections from Basel
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