The cheapest and fastest trains from Oslo to Basel
Cheapest price
$316
Average price
$316
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h
Average duration
1 d 5 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oslo to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oslo to Basel will cost around $316 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $316.
It's difficult to get from Oslo to Basel without transferring at least 3 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oslo to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, and a train costs an average of €255.
Distance: 863 miles (1389 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€255 Average price | €148 Average price | €126 Average price Cheapest |
31h 4m Average total duration 30h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 21m Average total duration 24h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oslo to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Oslo to Basel trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:45 PM Oslo | 27h00 | 6:45 PM Basel | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Oslo | 28h41 | 10:51 PM Basel | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, February 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:11 AM Oslo | 32h34 | 2:45 PM Basel | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oslo to Basel
Trains from Oslo to Basel run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $321 (€255) but you can travel from only $86 (€68) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 863 miles (1389 km) distance in 27h 0m.
Distance 863 miles (1389 km) |
Average train duration 30h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $321 (€255) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 27h 0m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Norwegian Railways (VY) from Oslo to Basel trainsNorwegian Railways (VY) trains will get you between Oslo and Basel from $86 (€68). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Norwegian Railways (VY)
FAQs: Trains from Oslo to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oslo to Basel 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oslo to Basel
- 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
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