The average train between Bamberg and Basel takes 6h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bamberg to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bamberg and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Bamberg is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Würzburg Hbf and take an average of 6h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bamberg to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bamberg to Basel. However, there are services departing from Bamberg station and arriving at Basel station via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.
Bamberg to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bamberg station.
Bamberg to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
Book your Bamberg to Basel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Bamberg and Basel is 356.7 km. The road distance is 549 km.
You can take a train from Bamberg to Basel Bad Bf via Würzburg Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 50m.