The cheapest and fastest trains from Thun to Basel
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thun to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thun to Basel will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 3 trains that leave Thun for Basel on Wed, Jan 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.






Live departures
Thun to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Thun to Basel trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:33 PM Thun | 1h28 | 2:01 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:04 AM Thun | 1h28 | 7:32 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Thun | 1h28 | 8:32 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thun to Basel
Trains from Thun to Basel run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Thun to Basel trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Thun and Basel from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Thun to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thun 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 Thun to Basel
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- 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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