The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken West to Basel SBB will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 5 trains that leave Interlaken West for Basel SBB on Fri, Mar 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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 Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken West to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a bus costs an average of $77.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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$62 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Interlaken West to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken West to Basel SBB trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:01 AM Interlaken West | 1h59 | 6:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:02 AM Interlaken West | 1h59 | 6:01 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:34 AM Interlaken West | 1h58 | 7:32 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 9:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 1:00 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 04:01 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Interlaken West to Basel SBB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Interlaken West and Basel SBB from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
BLS AG
FAQs: Trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken West to Basel SBB 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 Basel SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 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
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