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Get from Basel to Aarau
The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Aarau?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Aarau by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Aarau?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Aarau start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Aarau?
The average train ride duration from Basel to Aarau is 56m, covering a distance of 25 miles (39 km). The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators service the Basel to Aarau route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Basel to Aarau?
The earliest train departs from Basel to Aarau at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Aarau was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Aarau, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $265 for a train ticket from Basel to Aarau based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-05.
