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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Opfikon
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Opfikon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Opfikon will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basel for Opfikon on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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 Opfikon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Opfikon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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€41 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Opfikon train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Opfikon trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:19 PM Basel | 2h07 | 2:26 PM Opfikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 2:37 AM Basel | 1h23 | 4:00 AM Opfikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:19 AM Basel | 2h07 | 9:26 AM Opfikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:21 AM Basel | 2h05 | 9:26 AM Opfikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Opfikon
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 20:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Basel to Opfikon start from as low as $26 (€21) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $51 (€41) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Opfikon trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Opfikon from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Opfikon
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Opfikon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with 24/7 access.
- Peking Garden Glattbrugg
- Sayori Sushi Japan Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- NH Zürich Airport Hotel
- Hilton Zurich Airport
- Dorint Airport-Hotel Zurich
- Located in the main hall
- 85 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
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