Planned original night train service from Basel to Copenhagen and Malmö announced - Planned introduction of a night train service linking Basel, Copenhagen, and Malmö
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) is set to launch a new EuroNight night train service from Basel to Malmö, Sweden, starting in April 2026. This will mark the return of a direct night train connection between Switzerland and Scandinavia after more than a decade [1][2].
The new service, which will travel via Copenhagen, Denmark, is expected to be a significant step towards more sustainable and convenient travel options between the two regions. The Swiss Federal Government has committed a subsidy of 8.9 million Swiss Francs to support this project, demonstrating its importance [1].
However, details on departure times, stops, and prices for the new service are yet to be released. The SBB is still in the process of securing the rolling stock necessary to meet the proposed timeline and has not yet provided specific timetables or pricing [1].
The night train is scheduled to pass through Baden-Württemberg. The exact route of the train has not been disclosed yet, but it is anticipated that Basel will serve as the starting point, Copenhagen as a key stop, and Malmö as the final destination. Intermediate stops and exact timings are still to be announced [1].
The night train service, despite its popularity, is not profitable due to high costs. Financial support from the government will be necessary for its introduction and long-term operation in 2026. It is also worth noting that funding for the night train in 2026 is still subject to budget reserves [1].
The SBB is working diligently on the new connection, which will have three weekly departures in each direction [1]. The Swiss Federal Office of Transport (BAV) has announced it will fund the preparatory work for the new night train with 1.2 million francs [2].
As the project progresses, keep an eye on official SBB announcements for detailed schedules and fare information [1][2].
References: [1] Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). (n.d.). New Night Train Service from Basel to Malmö, Sweden. Retrieved from https://www.sbb.ch/en/home/news-and-press/news/new-night-train-service-from-basel-to-malmo-sweden.html [2] Swiss Federal Office of Transport (BAV). (n.d.). Funding for the Preparatory Work for the New Night Train. Retrieved from https://www.bav.admin.ch/bav/en/home/aktuell/news/2022/02/finanzierung-vorbereitender-arbeiten-fuer-neuen-euro-night-zug.html
- The new EuroNight night train service, a step towards more sustainable and convenient transportation between Switzerland and Scandinavia, is being supported by the Swiss Federal Government's transport policy with a subsidy of 8.9 million Swiss Francs.
- The night train service, scheduled to pass through Baden-Württemberg, is expected to receive financial support from the government due to its high costs, as the industry continues to struggle with profitability.
