The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Engelberg
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Engelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Engelberg will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Engelberg without transferring at least once.
IR 27 2463 | 2463 · IR LEX 3080 | 30808:16 AM2h13Basel SBB10:29 AMEngelberg station$481One-way1 transfer
IR 27 2465 | 2465 · IR LEX 3082 | 30829:16 AM2h13Basel SBB11:29 AMEngelberg station$481One-way1 transfer
IC 21 671 | 671 · IR LEX 2970 | 297011:04 AM1h49Basel SBB12:53 PMEngelberg station$571One-way1 transfer
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 24 4719 | 4719 · IR LEX 2970 | 297010:30 AM2h23Basel SBB12:53 PMEngelberg station$591One-way2 transfers
IC 61 615 | 615 · RE 24 4717 | 4717 · IR LEX 2968 | 29689:30 AM2h23Basel SBB11:53 AMEngelberg station$621One-way2 transfers
IC 21 671 | 671 · IR LEX 2970 | 297011:04 AM1h49Basel SBB12:53 PMEngelberg station$571One-way1 transfer
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IR LEX 2964 | 29648:04 AM1h49Basel SBB9:53 AMEngelberg station$631One-way1 transfer
IC 21 667 | 667 · IR LEX 2966 | 29669:04 AM1h49Basel SBB10:53 AMEngelberg station$631One-way1 transfer
IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IR LEX 2968 | 296810:04 AM1h49Basel SBB11:53 AMEngelberg station$641One-way1 transfer
IR 27 2463 | 2463 · IR LEX 3080 | 30808:16 AM2h13Basel SBB10:29 AMEngelberg station$481One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Basel to Engelberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Engelberg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IR LEX 2964 | 2964 | 6:04 AM Basel SBB | 1h49 | 7:53 AM Engelberg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 27 2463 | 2463 · IR LEX 3080 | 3080 | 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h13 | 8:29 AM Engelberg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 24 4715 | 4715 · IR LEX 2966 | 2966 | 6:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h23 | 8:53 AM Engelberg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · IR LEX 3082 | 3082 | 6:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h56 | 9:29 AM Engelberg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · IR LEX 2966 | 2966 | 7:04 AM Basel SBB | 1h49 | 8:53 AM Engelberg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 27 2465 | 2465 · IR LEX 3082 | 3082 | 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h13 | 9:29 AM Engelberg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 615 | 615 · RE 24 4717 | 4717 · IR LEX 2968 | 2968 | 7:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h23 | 9:53 AM Engelberg station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Engelberg
Trains from Basel to Engelberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Train companies: SBB from Basel to Engelberg trainsSBB trains will get you between Basel and Engelberg from $31 (€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 Basel to Engelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Engelberg 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 Engelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Engelberg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Spice Bistro
- Alpenclub
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Kempinski Palace Engelberg
- Hotel Bellevue-Terminus
- Hotel Waldegg
- 160 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level plan with two platforms and a waiting area.
- Train: Zentralbahn line to Lucerne
- Bus: Local bus services available
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