The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Kreuzlingen
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Kreuzlingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Kreuzlingen will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Kreuzlingen on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Kreuzlingen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Kreuzlingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. 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 $19, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$61 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Basel to Kreuzlingen by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Kreuzlingen
Trains from Basel to Kreuzlingen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: SBB, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), TGV INOUI from Basel to Kreuzlingen trainsSBB, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and Kreuzlingen from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
TGV INOUI
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Kreuzlingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Kreuzlingen 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 Kreuzlingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Kreuzlingen
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Kreuzlingen
- Seerestaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Swiss
- Hotel Kreuzlingen am Hafen
- Hotel SiX
- Located in the main hall
- 130 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for trains to Zurich, St. Gallen, and Konstanz
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: S-Bahn connections to Zurich and St. Gallen
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