Travelling from Basel to Winterthur by train

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

The fastest trains from Basel to Winterthur take around 1 hour and 24 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 85 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  00:04. The last departure is usually at around 23:16 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 00:07, with the last train leaving at around 23:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 73 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$42.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Winterthur, 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 Winterthur.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Winterthur?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Basel to Winterthur every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The Basel to Winterthur train travel takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Winterthur train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Winterthur leaving Basel at around 00:04 and the last train leaving at around 23:16 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 00:07, with the final departure at 23:13.