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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Berlin is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Berlin is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs €45 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Berlin?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Berlin. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof via Mulhouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Basel to Berlin?

The distance between Basel and Berlin is 714 km. The road distance is 843.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Basel to Berlin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Berlin bus from?

Basel to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Mulhouse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Berlin train from?

Basel to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Berlin?

The best way to get from Basel to Berlin is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €140 and takes 7h 13m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Basel to Berlin bus arrive?

Basel to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Basel to Berlin train arrive?

Basel to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Berlin is 843 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Basel to Berlin.

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

Book your Basel to Berlin train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2555+ hotels available in Berlin.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Basel to Berlin by plane, train, bus, night 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.

Fly from Basel
best
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane BSL - BER
4h 18m
€46–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mulhouse to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus FlixBus N1326
14h 15m
€33–62
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhoftrain 12
7h 13m
€70–140
Night train
1. Take the night train from Basel Sbb to Berlin Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 6m
€65–280
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane ZRH - BER
5h 28m
€63–180
Train, bus to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus
3. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane STR - BER
5h 37m
€89–249
Train to Friedrichshafen Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FDH - BER
6h 6m
€161–299
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Frankfurttrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Berlin Hbftrain 11 / ...
7h 37m
€58–292
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Halletrain FlixTrain FLX10
2. Take the train from Halle to Berlin Hbftrain FlixTrain FLX10
8h 15m
€58–106
Drive 843.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Berlincar 843.1 km
7h 41m
€144–208

Basel to Berlin by train

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7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 714.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

easyJet, Air Dolomiti, and Lufthansa fly from Basel (BSL) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €70–140 and the journey takes 7h 13m.

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