The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Sierre
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Sierre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Sierre will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Sierre on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.


Live departures
Basel to Sierre train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Sierre trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:56 AM Basel | 2h31 | 11:27 AM Sierre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Sierre
Trains from Basel to Sierre run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Sierre trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Sierre from $75 (€60). 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 Sierre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Sierre 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 Sierre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Sierre
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant du Simplon
- Le Central
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Casino
- Hotel de la Poste
- ibis Styles Sierre
- Located in the main hall
- 598 places, some covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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