The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Visp
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Visp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Visp will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Visp on Fri, Jun 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
9:58 AM2h06Basel12:04 PMVisp$821One-way0 transfers
8:58 AM2h06Basel11:04 AMVisp$971One-way0 transfers
1:58 PM2h06Basel4:04 PMVisp$1231One-way0 transfers
2:58 PM2h06Basel5:04 PMVisp$1271One-way0 transfers
7:58 AM2h06Basel10:04 AMVisp$1371One-way0 transfers
8:58 AM2h06Basel11:04 AMVisp$971One-way0 transfers
9:58 AM2h06Basel12:04 PMVisp$821One-way0 transfers
2:58 PM2h06Basel5:04 PMVisp$1271One-way0 transfers
7:58 AM2h06Basel10:04 AMVisp$1371One-way0 transfers
1:58 PM2h06Basel4:04 PMVisp$1231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Basel to Visp
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Visp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $76, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$94 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Visp take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
The journey is about 58m faster (2h 3m by train vs 3h 1m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($94 (€76) vs $109 (€88)). 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel to Visp train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Visp trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 61 31101 | 31101 · IC 8 10814 | 10814 | 10:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h11 | 1:04 PM Visp station | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 969 | 969 · IC 8 816 | 816 | 11:53 AM Basel SBB | 2h11 | 2:04 PM Visp station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:58 AM Basel | 2h06 | 10:04 AM Visp | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Visp
Trains from Basel to Visp run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Visp trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Visp from $76 (€61). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Visp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Visp 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 Visp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Visp
- 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 - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant La Poste
- Restaurant Elite
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Visperhof
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Restaurant Bahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- 690 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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