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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Europe is to bus and train which costs $65 - $100 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Europe is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Europe?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Europe. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Nentershausen Oderstraße via Frankfurt, Fulda Bahnhof/ZOB and Bebra Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

How far is it from Basel to Europe?

The distance between Basel and Europe is 524 km. The road distance is 491 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Europe without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $75 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Basel to Europe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Europe bus from?

Basel to Europe bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Basel to Europe?

The best way to get from Basel to Europe is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $75 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Basel to Europe bus arrive?

Basel to Europe bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Europe?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Europe is 491 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Basel to Europe.

Where can I stay near Europe?

There are 816+ hotels available in Europe.

Basel to Europe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Europe by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Fulda Bahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Fulda Bahnhof to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Rb5
7h 3m
$78–153
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Frankfurt central train stationbus N487 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Re50
9h 53m
$69–100
Drive 491 km
1. Drive from Basel to Europecar 491 km
4h 4m
$99–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt to Fulda Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fulda Bahnhof/ZOB to Bebra Bahnhofbus
10h 6m

Basel to Europe by train and bus

57Weekly Services

7h 3mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 524.2 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Europe?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Sontra-Ulfen Mitte via Fulda Bahnhof, Bebra Bahnhof, and Bebra Bahnhof in around 7h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Nentershausen Oderstraße via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB, Frankfurt, Fulda Station, Fulda Bahnhof/ZOB, and Bebra Bahnhof in around 10h 6m.

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