Basel to Gruyeres by train

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Overview: trains from Basel to Gruyeres

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basel to Gruyeres, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 02:51 View journey
Last train 22:28 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 114
Trains / day 48 View all
Cheapest journey £39.90 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 32m
Train operators 110

Travelling from Basel to Gruyeres by train

Want to know how to get from Basel to Gruyeres by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Basel to Gruyeres take around 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 114 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  05:22. The last departure is usually at around 21:56 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 02:51, with the last train leaving at around 22:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 48 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £39.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gruyeres, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gruyeres.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Gruyeres?

The journey between Basel and Gruyeres usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to Gruyeres?

The Basel to Gruyeres train travel takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Gruyeres train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gruyeres leaving Basel at around 05:22 and the last train leaving at around 21:56 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 02:51, with the final departure at 22:28.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.