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Get from Basel to Aarau
The journey takes about 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 337, 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. Travellers 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 R 337
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Aarau by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 337. The average price for this train route is around R 659. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Aarau?
The average train journey time from Basel to Aarau is 56m, covering a distance of 39 km. The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Aarau route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Aarau?
The earliest train from Basel to Aarau departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:01.
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 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 295To 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 R 295 to R 4 059 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 R 295, which is on 2025-12-14.
