The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Wil
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Wil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Wil will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Wil without transferring at least once.
IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261
ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 3265 | 3265
IC 3 563 | 563 · IC 1 709 | 709
ICE 273 | 273 · IR 13 3263 | 3263
IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 1 711 | 711
IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261
ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 3265 | 3265
ICE 273 | 273 · IR 13 3263 | 3263
IC 3 563 | 563 · IC 1 709 | 709
IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 1 711 | 711Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Wil
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Wil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Wil train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Wil trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 7:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h48 | 8:55 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3 563 | 563 · IC 1 709 | 709 | 7:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 9:25 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273 | 273 · IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 8:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h48 | 9:55 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3 553 | 553 · IC 1 711 | 711 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 10:25 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 3265 | 3265 | 9:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h48 | 10:55 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9203 | 9203 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 9:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 11:25 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
IR 37 2267 | 2267 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 13 3267 | 3267 | 9:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h12 | 11:55 AM Wil station | 2 transfers | |
EC 151 | 151 · IR 13 3267 | 3267 | 10:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h48 | 11:55 AM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3 569 | 569 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 10:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 12:25 PM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277 | 277 · IR 13 3269 | 3269 | 11:07 AM Basel SBB | 1h48 | 12:55 PM Wil station | 1 transfer | |
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SBB operates all train services from Basel to Wil. Omio is the only official third party seller for SBB tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Wil
Trains from Basel to Wil run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $21 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: SBB from Basel to Wil trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Wil from $21 (€16). 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 Wil
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Wil 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 Wil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Wil
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Freihof
- Restaurant Schwanen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Uzwil
- Hotel Schwanen
- Hotel Freihof
- Located in the main hall
- 700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and S-Bahn connections
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