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Kirchner Museum Davos
Major art museum dedicated to Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, with an important collection of Expressionist works and a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Davos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Davos will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Davos on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Davos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $90 (€74) compared to roughly $105 (€86) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€12). The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 48m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Davos trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 36 1959 | 1959 · IC 3 559 | 559 · RE 24 1025 | 1025 | 6:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 9:57 AM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
EC 30061 | 30061 · IR 55 1759 | 1759 · IC 3 559 | 559 · RE 24 1025 | 1025 | 6:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 9:57 AM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3 761 | 761 · RE 13 1027 | 1027 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 10:22 AM Davos Dorf | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 1961 | 1961 · IC 901 | 901 · RE 24 1029 | 1029 | 7:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 10:57 AM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 611 | 611 · IR 55 1761 | 1761 · IC 901 | 901 · RE 24 1029 | 1029 | 7:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 10:57 AM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3 763 | 763 · RE 13 1031 | 1031 | 8:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 11:22 AM Davos Dorf | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 1963 | 1963 · IC 3 563 | 563 · RE 24 1033 | 1033 | 8:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 11:57 AM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 55 1763 | 1763 · IC 3 563 | 563 · RE 24 1033 | 1033 | 8:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 11:57 AM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 273 | 273 · IC 3 765 | 765 · RE 13 1035 | 1035 | 9:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 12:22 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 1965 | 1965 · IC 903 | 903 · RE 24 1037 | 1037 | 9:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 12:57 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 615 | 615 · IR 55 1765 | 1765 · IC 903 | 903 · RE 24 1037 | 1037 | 9:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 12:57 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 275 | 275 · RE 13 1039 | 1039 | 10:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 1:22 PM Davos Dorf | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 1967 | 1967 · IC 3 567 | 567 · RE 24 1041 | 1041 | 10:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 1:57 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
EC 63 | 63 · IR 55 1767 | 1767 · IC 3 567 | 567 · RE 24 1041 | 1041 | 10:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 1:57 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IR 37 2267 | 2267 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 3 769 | 769 · RE 13 1043 | 1043 | 10:43 AM Basel SBB | 3h39 | 2:22 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
EC 151 | 151 · IC 3 769 | 769 · RE 13 1043 | 1043 | 11:04 AM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 2:22 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IR 36 1969 | 1969 · IC 905 | 905 · RE 24 1045 | 1045 | 11:09 AM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 2:57 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 619 | 619 · IR 55 1769 | 1769 · IC 905 | 905 · RE 24 1045 | 1045 | 11:22 AM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 2:57 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 277 | 277 · RE 13 1047 | 1047 | 12:04 PM Basel SBB | 3h18 | 3:22 PM Davos Dorf | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 1971 | 1971 · IC 3 571 | 571 · RE 24 1049 | 1049 | 12:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h48 | 3:57 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
EC 30065 | 30065 · IR 55 1771 | 1771 · IC 3 571 | 571 · RE 24 1049 | 1049 | 12:22 PM Basel SBB | 3h35 | 3:57 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IR 36 1985 | 1985 · IC 3 585 | 585 · R 2 1077 | 1077 | 7:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h45 | 10:54 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 635 | 635 · IR 55 1785 | 1785 · IC 3 585 | 585 · R 2 1077 | 1077 | 7:22 PM Basel SBB | 3h32 | 10:54 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IR 36 1987 | 1987 · IC 3 587 | 587 · R 2 1081 | 1081 | 8:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h45 | 11:54 PM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 637 | 637 · IR 55 1787 | 1787 · IC 3 587 | 587 · R 2 1081 | 1081 | 8:22 PM Basel SBB | 3h32 | 11:54 PM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
IR 36 1989 | 1989 · IC 3 589 | 589 · R 2 1085 | 1085 | 9:09 PM Basel SBB | 3h57 | 1:06 AM Davos Dorf | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 641 | 641 · IR 55 1789 | 1789 · IC 3 589 | 589 · R 2 1085 | 1085 | 9:22 PM Basel SBB | 3h44 | 1:06 AM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9223 | 9223 · IR 35 2393 | 2393 · B N33 93300 | 93300 · B N34 31935 | 31935 | 10:04 PM Basel SBB | 4h03 | 2:07 AM Davos | 3 transfers | |
IC 3 793 | 793 · IR 35 2395 | 2395 · B 33 3091 | 3091 · RE 2 1008 | 1008 | 11:04 PM Basel SBB | 6h00 | 5:04 AM Davos Dorf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Basel to Davos run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major art museum dedicated to Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, with an important collection of Expressionist works and a striking modern building.
Local museum covering the history of winter sports in Davos, including skiing, skating, sledging, and the town’s role in alpine sport.
Small local history museum presenting traditional life in the Davos valley, historic interiors, and regional cultural heritage.
The classic Davos mountain area above town, known for panoramic walks, alpine gardens, and strong social-media appeal in all seasons.
A scenic lakeside walking area popular for easy strolls, photography, and relaxed outdoor time close to town.
A beautiful alpine side valley south of Davos, highly regarded for hiking, traditional scenery, and postcard-style mountain views.
A Graubünden specialty of chard leaves wrapped around spätzle-like dough with herbs and small pieces of dried meat, then cooked in broth and cream. It is one of the canton’s most iconic traditional me
Traditional buckwheat or flour-based noodle pieces from Graubünden, often served with cheese, cabbage, onions, or meat. A classic Alpine dish closely associated with the region around Davos.
A beloved Graubünden potato dish made from grated potatoes mixed with flour and slowly roasted in butter until crumbly, usually served with applesauce or alpine cheese.
Recognized fine-dining address in Davos offering refined seasonal cuisine with careful presentation and an elegant setting.
Established mountain restaurant above Davos known for Graubünden classics, rösti, and scenic alpine views in a traditional atmosphere.
Well-known longstanding restaurant popular for pizzas, pasta, and Swiss-Italian dishes in a lively, dependable setting.
Davos is a high-end Swiss resort. Hotels, dining, and drinks cost more than in most Swiss cities, especially in ski season and during major events.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis and leave small change at cafés.
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