IR56 – Welcome to the Jura
From wild nature experiences to charming towns
Travelling between Biel, the Jura and Basel
The IR56 offers a comfortable way to reach day-out destinations, leisure activities and exciting places along the route.
The IR56 connects Biel/Bienne, the Jura and Basel, providing access to numerous destinations along the route. Whether you’re looking for culture, nature or family fun: discover the region’s diversity and travel in comfort with BLS.
You can find the exact journey times in the online timetable .
Day-trip offers
Exciting day-trip offers between Biel and Basel. Quick and easy to book online.
Culture & Museums
Discover renowned museums, fascinating exhibitions and cultural highlights.
Special offers
Art’n’Rail Fondation Beyeler
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Special offers
Art’n’Rail Art Museum Basel
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Knowledge & culture
Cité du Temps
Discover
Special offers
Explore'n'Rail Three Lakes Cruise
benefit
Families & Experiences
Set off together for encounters with animals, puzzles and exciting discoveries.
Special offers
Animal'n'Rail Sikypark – the Swiss animal rescue park
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Special offers
Explore'n'Rail The Ligerz File: The Golden Key
Benefit
Discover cities & regions
From the watchmaking town of Biel through the Jura region to Basel.
Ausflugstipps
Ausflüge im Jura
Wild. Weit. Wunderbar. Entdecken Sie die schönsten Seiten der Region – bequem mit dem öffentlichen Verkehr.
Jura entdecken
Tips for day trips
Discover Biel
Let’s head to Biel
Sparangebot
Sparen in Delémont
Mit dem BLS-Rabattpass Delémont entdecken Sie die Stadt und profitieren von attraktiven Rabatten.
Profitieren
Good to know
Supersaver tickets
Travel for the lowest fares with the supersaver ticket.
Saver Day Pass
Day ticket with early booking discount.
BLS Mobil – for timetables and tickets
The public transport app for tickets, season tickets, check-in and more.
Bistro service on the train
Enjoy a light snack while travelling.