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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Buchs
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Buchs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Buchs will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Buchs without transferring at least once.
IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268ICE 273 | 273 · IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214IC 3 553 | 553 · RJX 165 | 165IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266ICE 273 | 273 · IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266IC 3 553 | 553 · RJX 165 | 165
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Buchs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Buchs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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$59 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Buchs train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Buchs trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214 | 7:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h07 | 9:14 AM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h11 | 9:44 AM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 273 | 273 · IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216 | 8:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h07 | 10:14 AM Buchs SG | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · RJX 165 | 165 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h15 | 10:48 AM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h11 | 10:44 AM Buchs SG | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Buchs
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Basel to Buchs run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), TGV INOUI from Basel to Buchs trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and Buchs from $24 (€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 Buchs
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Buchs 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 Buchs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Buchs
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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Buchserhof
- Restaurant City Buchs
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Buchserhof
- Hotel City Buchs
- Hotel Restaurant Landgasthof Werdenberg
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Austria, Liechtenstein, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Zurich, Chur, and beyond
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