The cheapest and fastest trains from Renens to Basel
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Renens to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Renens to Basel will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Renens for Basel on Thu, Nov 06, 4 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 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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 Renens to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Renens to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Renens to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Renens to Basel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:41 AM Renens | 2h15 | 5:56 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Renens | 2h21 | 9:32 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Renens | 2h20 | 10:01 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Renens to Basel
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:31 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Renens to Basel start from as low as $51 (€42) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $63 (€51) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Renens to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Renens and Basel from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Renens to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Renens 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 Renens to Basel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue du 14 Avril.
- Restaurant de la Gare
- Le Milan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Inventions
- Discovery Hotel
- Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- 124 places, partially covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Lausanne, Geneva, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- 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
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