We are now operating between Biel and Basel

From the timetable change on 14 December 2025, the new IR56 will take you from Biel/Bienne to Basel SBB every hour, stopping at Grenchen Nord, Delémont, Moutier and Laufen BL. Together with SBB's IC51, you can now benefit from an attractive half-hourly service between Biel/Bienne and Basel SBB.

New: Biel–Basel with BLS

From the timetable change on 14 December 2025, the new IR56 will take you from Biel to Basel every hour, stopping at Grenchen Nord, Delémont, Moutier and Laufen BL. Together with SBB's IC51, you will benefit from a new, attractive half-hourly service on the Biel/Bienne–Basel SBB route.

You can find the exact journey times in the online timetable.

Online timetable

Excursion tips: from Biel to Basel

Why not discover this beautiful region on a leisurely train journey?

Animal’n’Rail Basel Zoo

Up to 10% discount

Art’n’Rail Fondation Beyeler

Up to 50% discount

Art’n’Rail Basel Art Museum

Bis zu 50% Rabatt

Discover Biel

Cité du Temps – Omega Museum & Planet Swatch

Puzzle adventure on Lake Biel

Good to know

Bistro service on the train Enjoy a light snack while travelling
To & from the train station Ideal for the first and last mile
Tickets required on all trains Always purchase your ticket before departure

Buy and renew your travelcard with BLS Mobil

With the BLS Mobil app, you always have your tickets, travelcards and special offers to hand. Find out about timetables and receive push notifications about the operating situation.

Now you can conveniently buy or renew route travelcards, TNW or Vagabond travelcards and Half-Fare/GA travelcards in the app!

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