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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Altstätten takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Basel to Altstätten. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
217 km
Distance
CHF 60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Basel to Altstätten train times

Trains run hourly between Basel and Altstätten. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Altstätten at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Schweizerische Südostbahn AG2h 56m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Basel to Altstätten? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Basel to Altstätten.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 216.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Altstätten, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Altstätten SG via Sargans in around 2h 32m.

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