The average train between Berlin and Basel takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin 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 3 hours between Berlin and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Basel at 7:21 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin station and arriving at Basel station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.
Berlin to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.
Book your Berlin to Basel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Berlin and Basel is 691.4 km. The road distance is 900 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 160–370 and the journey takes 7h 17m. Two other operators also service this route.