Train Idar-Oberstein to Basel from CHF 156 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Idar-Oberstein and Basel takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Idar-Oberstein 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.

5h 35m
Duration: 456 km
Distance: CHF 156
Average price: Every 2 hours
Frequency

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5h 14m

CHF 77–340

Idar-Oberstein to Basel train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Idar-Oberstein and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Idar-Oberstein is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Basel at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, May 14, 2026

4:45 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 51m • 1 change
5:45 AM → 10:45 AM
5h • 1 change
7:54 AM → 1:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
9:54 AM → 3:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 15, 2026

4:45 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 51m • 1 change
5:45 AM → 10:45 AM
5h • 1 change
7:54 AM → 1:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
9:54 AM → 3:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 16, 2026

4:45 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 51m • 1 change
5:45 AM → 10:45 AM
5h • 1 change
7:54 AM → 1:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
9:54 AM → 3:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, May 17, 2026

4:45 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 51m • 1 change
5:45 AM → 10:45 AM
5h • 1 change
7:54 AM → 1:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
9:54 AM → 3:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, May 18, 2026

4:45 AM → 9:36 AM
4h 51m • 1 change
5:45 AM → 10:45 AM
5h • 1 change
7:54 AM → 1:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
9:54 AM → 3:01 PM
5h 7m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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