How to get from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel by train?

From Ecublens (Fr) to Basel by train

To get from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the R8 train from Ecublens-Rue station to Renens Vd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC5 train and finally take the IR56 train from Biel/Bienne station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The train schedule from Ecublens (Fr) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

176min
Train - R8R8
Train - IC5IC5
Train - IR56IR56
Leaves from Ecublens-Rue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ecublens (Fr)
  • 2
    Train - R8R8
    Wait for train
    R8
    Allaman
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Renens Vd
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Renens Vd
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - IC5IC5
    Wait for train
    IC5
    Rorschach
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Biel/Bienne
    61 min
  • 7
    Train - IR56IR56
    Wait for train
    IR56
    Basel Sbb
  • 8
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    68 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel

The distance between Ecublens (Fr), Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 208.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 176 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel

To check the train schedule from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ecublens (Fr)) and destination (Basel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel?

    The fastest way takes 176 minutes, using Train line R8, Train line IC5, Train line IR56.

  • Is there a direct train between Ecublens (Fr) and Basel in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel in Geneve?

    The R8 train line goes from Renens Vd station near Ecublens (Fr) to Renens Vd station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Renens Vd station near Basel in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ecublens (Fr) to Basel in Geneve by train?

    The total travel time between Ecublens (Fr) and Basel in Geneve by train is about 2 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ecublens (Fr) to get to Basel in Geneve?

    Get on the R8 train from the Renens Vd station near Ecublens (Fr) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ecublens (Fr) and Basel in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Renens Vd station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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