- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
13
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 $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Innsbruck without transferring at least once.
EC 13473+
IC 551
EC 193+
RJX19919+
ICE 277+
REX 1
IR 1995+
EC 95+
RJX19911
TGV 9203+
EC 191+
RJX19917+
REX 1
EC 97+
RJX19977+
IC 559
TGV 9211 · RJX13483
EC 13473+
IC 551
RJX13479+
IC 553
RJX13477+
IC 561
TGV 9203+
EC 191+
RJX19917+
REX 1Omio 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 21m. 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 $49.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m 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 |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Innsbruck costing on average $84.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around $84 compared to roughly $161 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $77. The journey takes 5h 21m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Innsbruck trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 551+ EC 13473 | 5:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h08 | 10:41 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 559+ EC 97+ RJX19977 | 6:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h10 | 11:43 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 761+ RJX13477 | 7:07 AM Basel SBB | 5h34 | 12:41 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 561+ RJX13477 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h08 | 12:41 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 563+ EC 99+ RJX19915 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h10 | 1:43 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 553+ RJX13479 | 9:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h08 | 2:41 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9203+ EC 191+ REX 1+ RJX19917 | 10:33 AM Basel SBB | 5h10 | 3:43 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 193+ REX 1+ RJX19919+ ICE 277 | 12:07 PM Basel SBB | 5h36 | 5:43 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9211 · RJX13483 | 1:33 PM Basel SBB | 5h08 | 6:41 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 575+ EC 195+ RJX19937 | 2:33 PM Basel SBB | 5h10 | 7:43 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 583+ EC 199+ NJ 19947 | 6:33 PM Basel SBB | 6h06 | 12:39 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
IR 1995+ EC 95+ RJX19911 | 12:07 AM Basel SBB | 9h36 | 9:43 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 2155+ EC 95+ RJX19911+ S 3 | 12:30 AM Basel SBB | 9h13 | 9:43 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Basel to Innsbruck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 but you can travel from only $41 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, 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 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, 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.

Most Basel to Innsbruck trains use the Basel SBB to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Gossensaß Colle-Isarco. Use this guide to compare Basel and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck Hötting is 2 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Hötting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
ATMs are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
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