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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Biel/Bienne
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Biel/Bienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Biel/Bienne will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Biel/Bienne on Fri, Mar 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508IC 51 1610 | 1610IC 21 663 | 663 · IC 5 510 | 510IR 56 1854 | 1854IR 56 1856 | 1856IC 51 1610 | 1610IR 56 1854 | 1854IR 56 1856 | 1856IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508IC 21 663 | 663 · IC 5 510 | 510Live departures
Basel to Biel/Bienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Biel/Bienne trains for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 377 | 377 · S 3 15391 | 15391 | 9:28 PM Basel SBB | 1h39 | 11:07 PM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IR 56 1888 | 1888 | 10:02 PM Basel SBB | 1h09 | 11:11 PM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 3 17387 | 17387 · IC 8 842 | 842 · S 3 15317 | 15317 | 10:30 PM Basel SBB | 6h05 | 4:35 AM Biel/Bienne | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, March 6 | |||||
| IR 56 1854 | 1854 | 5:02 AM Basel SBB | 1h09 | 6:11 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 5 508 | 508 | 5:04 AM Basel SBB | 1h10 | 6:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IC 51 1610 | 1610 | 5:32 AM Basel SBB | 1h09 | 6:41 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 56 1856 | 1856 | 6:02 AM Basel SBB | 1h09 | 7:11 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 21 663 | 663 · IC 5 510 | 510 | 6:04 AM Basel SBB | 1h10 | 7:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Biel/Bienne
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Basel to Biel/Bienne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Basel to Biel/Bienne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Basel and Biel/Bienne from $23 (€19). 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 Biel/Bienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Biel/Bienne 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 Biel/Bienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Biel/Bienne
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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Seeland
- Restaurant St. Gervais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Elite
- Art Déco Hotel Elite
- Mercure Plaza Biel
- Located in the main hall
- 580 places, some covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- Regional train connections
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