Basel to St. Pölten train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Basel to St. Pölten take around 8 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 604 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  00:11. The last departure is usually at around 23:16 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 03:45, with the last train leaving at around 23:48. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$197.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit St. Pölten, 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 St. Pölten.

Is there a direct train from Basel to St. Pölten?

The journey between Basel and St. Pölten usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Basel to St. Pölten every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to St. Pölten?

The Basel to St. Pölten train travel takes about 8 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to St. Pölten train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St. Pölten leaving Basel at around 00:11 and the last train leaving at around 23:16 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 03:45, with the final departure at 23:48.