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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Antwerp is to bus which costs €40 - €85 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Antwerp is to fly and train which takes 5h 7m and costs €120 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Antwerp?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Anvers-Central via Colmar and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Basel to Antwerp?

The distance between Basel and Antwerp is 928 km. The road distance is 571.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Antwerp without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 33m and costs €230 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Basel to Antwerp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Antwerp bus from?

Basel to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Antwerp train from?

Basel to Antwerp train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Basel to Antwerp is to train via Paris which takes 6h 33m and costs €230 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 8h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €330 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Basel to Antwerp bus arrive?

Basel to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Basel to Antwerp train arrive?

Basel to Antwerp train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Colmar station.

Can I drive from Basel to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Antwerp is 571 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Basel to Antwerp.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Antwerp?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Antwerp?

Book your Basel to Antwerp bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

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Basel to Antwerp - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Basel to Antwerp by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, plane, train (TGV), or train

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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from St Louis to Colmartrain Ter
2. Take the train from Colmar to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Anvers-Centraltrain
6h 33m
€232–403
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Antwerp - Rooseveltplaatsbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 40m
€40–85
Drive 571.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Antwerpcar 571.2 km
5h 47m
€101–146
Fly Basel to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BSL - BRU
5h 58m
€104–327
Train
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
7h 56m
€193–325
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brussels-North Stationbus
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
9h 51m
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane ZRH - BRU
5h 27m
€127–358
Fly Basel to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BSL - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
5h 7m
€128–339
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane ZRH - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
6h 31m
€171–430
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genève-Aéroporttrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane GVA - BRU
7h 25m
€149–457

Basel to Antwerp by train and foot

69Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

€232Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Antwerp.

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Distance: 928.4 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Antwerp, Belgium?

You can take a train from St Louis to Anvers-Central via Colmar, Paris Est, and Paris Nord in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats 4 times a day. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 8h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week.

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