The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 56 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 $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Interlaken West for Basel SBB on Tue, Jan 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
IC 81 811 | 811 · ICE 372 | 372
IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 6 960 | 960
ICE 374 | 374
RE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610
IC 61 608 | 608
IC 61 608 | 608
IC 81 811 | 811 · ICE 372 | 372
IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 6 960 | 960
ICE 374 | 374
RE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610Travel Information
Compare train 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 €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €63.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m 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 today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 PM Interlaken West | 1h57 | 8:01 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 PM Interlaken West | 2h37 | 9:41 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
ICE 374 | 374 | 5:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 7:00 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 608 | 608 | 5:34 AM Interlaken West | 1h55 | 7:29 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 6 960 | 960 | 6:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 8:00 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610 | 6:33 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 8:29 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 811 | 811 · ICE 372 | 372 | 7:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h56 | 9:00 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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SBB as well as BLS AG and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Interlaken West to Basel SBB. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Interlaken West to Basel SBB.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Interlaken West to Basel SBB start from as low as $35 (€28) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $64 (€52) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 8 daily trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB with 4 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 57m but the average duration is 1h 57m
Train Operators
- Travel from Interlaken West to Basel SBB with SBB, BLS AG, and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is SBB.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 03:02 AM and the last at 08:05 PM
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 03:02 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Interlaken West to Basel SBB trainsSBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Interlaken West and Basel SBB from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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BLS AG
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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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