The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Grenchen
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Grenchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Grenchen will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Grenchen on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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 Grenchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Grenchen trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 51 1614 | 1614 | 8:03 AM Basel SBB | 0h57 | 9:00 AM Grenchen Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · B 25 25023 | 25023 | 8:03 AM Basel SBB | 1h04 | 9:07 AM Grenchen | 1 transfer | |
96146+ 9877+ 18173 | On time 8:13 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h16 | 11:29 AM Grenchen Nord | 2 transfers | |
96218+ 9877+ 18173 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h08 | 11:29 AM Grenchen Nord | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 · B 24 24030 | 24030 · B 23 23021 | 23021 | 8:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h19 | 9:47 AM Grenchen | 3 transfers | |
IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 · B 25 25022 | 25022 | 8:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h27 | 9:55 AM Grenchen | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 | 8:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h05 | 9:33 AM Grenchen Süd | 1 transfer | |
IC 51 1616 | 1616 · B 25 25027 | 25027 | 9:03 AM Basel SBB | 1h04 | 10:07 AM Grenchen | 1 transfer | |
96128+ 6708+ 18189 | On time 4:08 PM Basel SBB | 3h21 | 7:29 PM Grenchen Nord | 2 transfers | |
96128+ 6708+ 18189 | On time 4:13 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h16 | 7:29 PM Grenchen Nord | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:32 AM Basel | 1h28 | 8:00 AM Grenchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Grenchen
Trains from Basel to Grenchen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Grenchen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Grenchen from $21 (€17). 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 Grenchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Grenchen 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 Grenchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Grenchen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Passage
- Restaurant Pizzeria La Piazza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Passage
- Hotel Restaurant Passage
- Hotel Tissot Velodrome
- Located in the main hall
- 288 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and S-Bahn services
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