The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Lenzburg
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Lenzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Lenzburg will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Lenzburg on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 52 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 bus and train for Basel to Lenzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Lenzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$23 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Lenzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Lenzburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:37 AM Basel | 0h52 | 8:29 AM Lenzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Lenzburg
Trains from Basel to Lenzburg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Lenzburg trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Lenzburg from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Südostbahn
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Lenzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Lenzburg 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 Lenzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Lenzburg
- 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
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Krone
- Restaurant zur Linde
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Krone Lenzburg
- Hotel Lenzburg
- Located in the main hall
- 510 places, partially covered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Train: S-Bahn S3, S9, S23
- Bus: Several regional lines available
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