What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €75.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Basel?

The distance between Amsterdam and Basel is 312 km. The road distance is 293.6 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Basel without a car is to train via Duisburg which takes 4h 16m and costs €80 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Basel?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Amsterdam to Basel, including transfers.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Basel is 294 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Amsterdam to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 611+ hotels available in Basel.

Amsterdam to Basel - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Amsterdam to Basel by train or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Oeldetrain Re
4h 16m
€80–166
Drive 293.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Baselcar 293.6 km
2h 55m
€52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Münstertrain Nightjet
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Lippstadt, Bustreff Bahnhoftrain Rb89
6h 58m
€56–150

Amsterdam to Basel by train and bus

10Weekly Services

6h 58mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Basel, Germany?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Basel via Oberhausen Hbf and Oelde in around 4h 16m.

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