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01/17/2026
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Basel to Ascona by train

The journey from Basel to Ascona by train is 112.48 mi and takes 4 hr 9 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:58 AM and the last at 9:03 PM. It is possible to travel from Basel to Ascona by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hr 9 min
Connection per Day 4
First Departure 4:58 AM
Last Departure 9:03 PM
Distance 112.48 mi
Departure Basel
Arrival Ascona
Carriers SBB

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Basel to Ascona

The cheapest Basel - Ascona train tickets can be found for as low as $24.10 if you’re lucky, or $30.36 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $41.23.

Find the best day to travel to Ascona by train

When travelling to Ascona by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Basel to Ascona CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
12.67kg
Bus
13.58kg
Flight
36.2kg
Car
28.96kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Basel to Ascona by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Basel and Ascona are 12.67kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Basel and Ascona? By taking the train between Basel and Ascona you will save 23.53kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.91kg compared to a bus and 16.29kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Basel and Ascona by train?
Basel to Ascona is 112.48 mi.
How long does the train between Basel and Ascona take?
Basel to Ascona is on average 4 hr 9 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 51 min.
How many train connections per day go from Basel to Ascona?
Basel to Ascona has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Basel to Ascona leave?
The earliest train from Basel to Ascona departs at 4:58 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Basel to Ascona depart?
The latest train from Basel to Ascona departs at 9:03 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Basel to Ascona by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Basel and Ascona is 3 hr 51 min.
Is there a direct train from Basel to Ascona?
Yes, there is a direct train between Basel and Ascona.
What are the CO2 emissions for Basel to Ascona by train?
The train journey from Basel to Ascona creates 12.67kg of CO2 emissions.

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