INTERLAKEN WEST to BASEL SBB train from $37 (€30) with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$47

Average price

$63

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

1 h 56 m

Trains per day

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

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 $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.

Fast trains

Of the 40 trains that leave Interlaken West for Basel SBB on Tue, Jul 21, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 21 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, Jul 21 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.

IC 61 956 | 956
5:01 AM2h04
Interlaken West
7:05 AMBasel SBB
$471One-way
0 transfers
IC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839 · IR 26 2340 | 2340
10:05 PM1h59
Interlaken West
12:04 AMBasel SBB
$491One-way
2 transfers
IC 61 608 | 608
6:34 AM1h59
Interlaken West
8:33 AMBasel SBB
$541One-way
0 transfers
IC 61 988 | 988 · IC 8 837 | 837 · IC 21 692 | 692
9:04 PM2h00
Interlaken West
11:04 PMBasel SBB
$541One-way
2 transfers
IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 6 960 | 960
7:04 AM2h00
Interlaken West
9:04 AMBasel SBB
$561One-way
1 transfer

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 $37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a bus costs an average of $76.

Distance: 60 miles (98 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
$62 Average price Cheapest	$79 Average price	$86 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is a train with an average price of $62 (€51).

This is compared to other travel options from Interlaken West to Basel SBB:

A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Interlaken West to Basel SBB costing on average $79 (€65).

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 37m.

Other travel options to Basel SBB take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Interlaken West and Basel SBB including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken West to Basel SBB among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IC 61 956 \| 956	5:01 AM Interlaken West	2h04	7:05 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 604 \| 604	5:36 AM Interlaken West	1h57	7:33 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
ICE 5324 \| 5324	6:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	8:04 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 608 \| 608	6:34 AM Interlaken West	1h59	8:33 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 81 809 \| 809 · IC 6 960 \| 960	7:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	9:04 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
RE 9 4211 \| 4211 · IC 6 610 \| 610	7:33 AM Interlaken West	2h00	9:33 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 811 \| 811 · ICE 2552 \| 2552	8:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	10:04 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 612 \| 612	8:34 AM Interlaken West	1h59	10:33 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 964 \| 964	9:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	11:04 AM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4215 \| 4215 · EC 60 \| 60	9:33 AM Interlaken West	1h59	11:32 AM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 815 \| 815 · IC 6 966 \| 966	10:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	12:04 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 616 \| 616	10:34 AM Interlaken West	1h59	12:33 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
ICE 106 \| 106	11:04 AM Interlaken West	1h56	1:00 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
ICE 106 \| 106	11:04 AM Interlaken West	2h00	1:04 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4219 \| 4219 · IC 6 618 \| 618	11:33 AM Interlaken West	2h00	1:33 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 819 \| 819 · IC 6 970 \| 970	12:04 PM Interlaken West	2h01	2:05 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 620 \| 620	12:34 PM Interlaken West	1h59	2:33 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 972 \| 972	1:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	3:04 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4223 \| 4223 · IC 6 622 \| 622	1:32 PM Interlaken West	2h01	3:33 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 823 \| 823 · ICE 276 \| 276	2:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	4:04 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 624 \| 624	2:34 PM Interlaken West	1h59	4:33 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 976 \| 976	3:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	5:04 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4227 \| 4227 · IC 6 626 \| 626	3:32 PM Interlaken West	2h01	5:33 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 827 \| 827 · IC 6 978 \| 978	4:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	6:04 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 628 \| 628	4:34 PM Interlaken West	1h59	6:33 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
ICE 100 \| 100	5:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	7:04 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4231 \| 4231 · EC 64 \| 64	5:32 PM Interlaken West	2h00	7:32 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 831 \| 831 · IC 6 982 \| 982	6:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	8:04 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 632 \| 632	6:34 PM Interlaken West	1h59	8:33 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
IC 61 984 \| 984	7:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	9:04 PM Basel SBB	0 transfersDirect
RE 9 4235 \| 4235 · IC 6 634 \| 634	7:33 PM Interlaken West	2h00	9:33 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 81 835 \| 835 · IC 6 336 \| 336	8:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	10:04 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
RE 9 4237 \| 4237 · EC 66 \| 66	8:33 PM Interlaken West	2h04	10:37 PM Basel SBB	1 transfer
IC 61 988 \| 988 · IC 8 837 \| 837 · S 3 30486 \| 30486	9:04 PM Interlaken West	2h22	11:26 PM Basel SBB	2 transfers
IC 61 988 \| 988 · IC 8 837 \| 837 · IC 21 692 \| 692	9:04 PM Interlaken West	2h00	11:04 PM Basel SBB	2 transfers
IC 61 990 \| 990 · IC 8 839 \| 839 · IR 26 2340 \| 2340	10:05 PM Interlaken West	1h59	12:04 AM Basel SBB	2 transfers
IC 61 990 \| 990 · IC 8 839 \| 839 · S 3 17390 \| 17390	10:05 PM Interlaken West	2h21	12:26 AM Basel SBB	2 transfers
IC 61 992 \| 992 · IC 8 841 \| 841 · S 3 17394 \| 17394	11:05 PM Interlaken West	2h22	1:27 AM Basel SBB	2 transfers
IC 61 992 \| 992 · IC 8 841 \| 841 · IC 21 696 \| 696	11:05 PM Interlaken West	2h01	1:06 AM Basel SBB	2 transfers
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Overview: Train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB

Switzerland

Trains from Interlaken West to Basel SBB run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:01, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

60 miles (98 km)

Average train duration

1h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$37 (€30)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 55m

First train

3:01 AM

Last train

10:05 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

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 $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 55m

Cheapest Price

$37 (€30)

SBB frequency

9 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Cheapest Price

$85 (€70)

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

16 a day

BLS AG

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 55m

Cheapest Price

$21 (€17)

BLS AG frequency

7 a day

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.

Train ticket prices from Interlaken West to Basel SBB can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $37 (€30), while the average price is around $62 (€51).

The train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB takes 1h 55m and runs 9 per day.

The first train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB leaves at 3:01 AM.

The distance by train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is 60 miles (98 km).

The last train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB leaves at 10:05 PM.

There is no high speed train available from Interlaken West to Basel SBB.

Yes, there is a direct train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Interlaken West to Basel SBB.

The cheapest way to get from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is by train, with a cost of around $37 (€30).

Yes, the train journey from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, including the Bernese Oberland mountains, lush valleys, and charming villages.

A day trip from Interlaken West to Basel SBB is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 55m. Trains run 8 times per day.

Yes, you can take the train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB.

Since both Interlaken West and Basel SBB are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

Popular day trips by train from Basel SBB include Colmar, Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Lucerne, Zurich.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken West to Basel SBB among Omio's users.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Overview: Train from Interlaken West to Basel SBB

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