How to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel

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Compare train for Biel/Bienne to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biel/Bienne to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 32 miles (53 km)

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$28

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Cheapest

$74

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1h 37m

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1h 7m

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1h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel is a train with an average price of $28.
The fastest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 37m.

Yes, you can take a train between Biel/Bienne and Basel.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Biel/Bienne to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly $47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 vs $74). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Biel/Bienne to Basel

How to get from Biel/Bienne to Basel by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBIR 56 1863 | 1863
    10:48 AM1h08
    Biel/Bienne
    11:56 AMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBIR 56 1863 | 1863
    10:48 AM1h08
    Biel/Bienne
    11:56 AMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIR 56 1877 | 1877
    5:49 PM1h07
    Biel/Bienne
    6:56 PMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBIR 56 1861 | 1861
    9:48 AM1h08
    Biel/Bienne
    10:56 AMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 56 1867 | 1867
    12:48 PM1h08
    Biel/Bienne
    1:56 PMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 56 1865 | 1865
    11:48 AM1h08
    Biel/Bienne
    12:56 PMBasel SBB
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel

Travel to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Biel/Bienne to Basel.

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You can travel between Biel/Bienne and Basel by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel is a train with an average price of $28.
The fastest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 37m.

The distance from Biel/Bienne to Basel is approximately 32 miles (53 km).
The average frequency per day from Biel/Bienne to Basel is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Biel/Bienne and Basel as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Biel/Bienne to Basel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Biel/Bienne and arrive in Basel SBB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Biel/Bienne to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Basel by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG to go to Basel by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Biel/Bienne to Basel with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG.
Omio customers who travel from Biel/Bienne to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Strasbourg, Colmar, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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