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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Dortmund takes 5h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Dortmund. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 6m
Duration
588 km
Distance
€260
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Basel to Dortmund train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 12:47 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 588.3 km
  • Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Dortmund, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Dortmund Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–320 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) also services this route 3 times a week.

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