Train Basel to Leverkusen from €132 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Leverkusen takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Leverkusen. 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
Duration: 507 km
Distance: €132
Average price: Every 3 hours
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Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...

4h 18m

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Basel to Leverkusen train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Leverkusen. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Leverkusen at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:36 AM
4h 24m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 1, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 21m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 25m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:37 PM
4h 21m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:37 PM
4h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 2, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:36 AM
4h 24m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, May 3, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 21m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 25m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:37 PM
4h 21m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:37 PM
4h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, May 4, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:36 AM
4h 24m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, May 5, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:12 AM → 11:36 AM
4h 24m • 1 change
9:16 AM → 1:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
11:16 AM → 3:36 PM
4h 20m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Basel to Leverkusen? 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.

Map of how to get from Basel to Leverkusen.

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Distance: 506.8 km
Duration: 5h

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route once daily.

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