The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Innsbruck
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Innsbruck will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Innsbruck without transferring at least once.
IC 553+
RJX 1659:33 AM4h38Basel SBB2:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IR 1961+
EC 1637:07 AM5h04Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IC 1057+
IR 2210+
S 2+
RJX 8656:07 AM5h04Basel SBB11:11 AMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way3 transfers
IR 2461 · IR 1761+
EC 1637:13 AM4h58Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way2 transfers
IC 561+
EC 1637:33 AM4h38Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IC 553+
RJX 1659:33 AM4h38Basel SBB2:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IC 561+
EC 1637:33 AM4h38Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IR 2461 · IR 1761+
EC 1637:13 AM4h58Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way2 transfers
IR 1961+
EC 1637:07 AM5h04Basel SBB12:11 PMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way1 transfer
IC 1057+
IR 2210+
S 2+
RJX 8656:07 AM5h04Basel SBB11:11 AMInnsbruck Hbf$1371One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Basel to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Innsbruck:
A bus is $27 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Innsbruck costing on average $94 (€75).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around $94 (€75) compared to roughly $165 (€132) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $71 (€56). The journey takes 5h 19m versus 4h 21m 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.
Live departures
Basel to Innsbruck train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1057+ IR 2210+ S 2+ RJX 865 | 6:07 AM Basel SBB | 5h04 | 11:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1961+ EC 163 | 7:07 AM Basel SBB | 5h04 | 12:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2461 · IR 1761+ EC 163 | 7:13 AM Basel SBB | 4h58 | 12:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 561+ EC 163 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 4h38 | 12:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 553+ RJX 165 | 9:33 AM Basel SBB | 4h38 | 2:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Innsbruck
Trains from Basel to Innsbruck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Innsbruck trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Innsbruck from $41 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
Trenitalia
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Innsbruck
- 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 - 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 Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Sailer
- NALA Individuellhotel
- Hotel Zach
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local lines available
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