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Pforzheim to Basel trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pforzheim and Basel takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Pforzheim 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.

2h 19m
Duration
220 km
Distance
CHF 48
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bftrain train 12 / ...
2h 22m
CHF 24–161

Pforzheim to Basel train times

Trains run hourly between Pforzheim and Basel. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Pforzheim is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Basel at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Karlsruhe Hbf and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5h 14m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 38m • 1 change

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    Albtal-Verkehrs-Gesellschaft mbHDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5h 14m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 38m • 1 change

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    Albtal-Verkehrs-Gesellschaft mbHDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5h 14m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 38m • 1 change

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    Albtal-Verkehrs-Gesellschaft mbHDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Pforzheim to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 219.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 19m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Three other operators also service this route.

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