The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Zofingen
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Zofingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Zofingen will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Zofingen on Thu, Nov 06, 3 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 41 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 48 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 Zofingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Zofingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Zofingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Zofingen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 AM Basel | 0h40 | 7:56 AM Zofingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 AM Basel | 0h44 | 10:12 AM Zofingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:56 PM Basel | 0h48 | 5:44 PM Zofingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Zofingen
Trains from Basel to Zofingen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Zofingen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Zofingen from $14 (€12). 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 Zofingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Zofingen 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 Zofingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Zofingen
- 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, 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 - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Cafe Damascus
- Made in Punjab
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Engel
- Hotel Zofingen
- Hotel Amadeo
- Located in the main hall
- 90 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional destinations and S-Bahn connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: S-Bahn connections
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