The average train between Basel and Altach takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Altach. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Altach. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 6:33 PM which arrives into Altach at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Zürich HB and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Altach? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Altach. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Altach station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Basel to Altach train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Altach train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bregenz station.
Book your Basel to Altach train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), ÖBB and WESTbahn Gmbh.
The distance between Basel and Altach is 157.9 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Altach via Zürich HB and Bregenz in around 4h 27m.