The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Küsnacht
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Küsnacht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Küsnacht will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Küsnacht without transferring at least once.
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Live departures
Basel to Küsnacht train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Küsnacht trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:06 PM Basel | 1h21 | 2:27 PM Küsnacht Zh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Basel | 1h29 | 3:12 PM Küsnacht Zh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Basel | 1h21 | 3:27 PM Küsnacht Zh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Basel | 1h29 | 4:12 PM Küsnacht Zh | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Basel | 1h21 | 4:27 PM Küsnacht Zh | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Küsnacht by train
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SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Basel to Küsnacht. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel to Küsnacht.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Küsnacht.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Küsnacht
Trains from Basel to Küsnacht run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 21:16 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Küsnacht trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Küsnacht 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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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Küsnacht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Küsnacht 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 Küsnacht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Küsnacht
- 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
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