- Must visit
Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price on Sep 03
$123
Average ticket price on Sep 03
$227
Fastest journey on Sep 03
18 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
21 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 03
7
Distance
1478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Stockholm will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Stockholm without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 274 · 82848 · 11152 · IC 5752
ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70190
ICE 76 · RJ 384 · R 1110+
X2 550
ICE 6 · ECE 392 · R 1162+
X2 520
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176
ICE 76 · RJ 384 · R 1110+
X2 550
ICE 272 · ICE 920 · ECE 1198 · R 1062
ICE 108 · ICE 578 · ECE 392 · R 1162
ICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70190
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $184 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $184, while a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 918 miles (1478 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$190 Average price | $240 Average price | $184 Average price Cheapest | $565 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 28m Average total duration 17h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 29h 2m Average total duration 28h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.4 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Stockholm:
A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Stockholm costing on average $190.
A bus is $56 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Stockholm costing on average $240.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 58m.
Bus takes on average 28h 32m.
The journey is about 38m faster (17h 58m by train vs 18h 36m by car) and roughly $375 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($190 vs $565). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Stockholm trains for today, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 76 · RJ 384 · R 1110+ X2 550 | On time 4:46 AM Basel SBB | 18h50 | 11:36 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 6 · ECE 392 · R 1162+ X2 520 | On time 10:46 AM Basel SBB | 21h52 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70176 | On time 10:46 AM Basel SBB | 21h52 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 578 · ECE 392 · R 1162 | On time 11:16 AM Basel SBB | 21h22 | 8:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Basel to Stockholm run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 but you can travel from only $64 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 918 miles (1478 km) distance in 18h 20m.
Distance 918 miles (1478 km) |
Average train duration 17h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 18h 20m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Stockholm trains use the Basel SBB to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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