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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Forbach is to bus which costs €18 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Forbach is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Forbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Bahnhof, Forbach via Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken and Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Forbach via Mulhouse Ville and Metz Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Basel to Forbach?

The distance between Basel and Forbach is 355 km. The road distance is 228.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Forbach without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Basel to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Forbach bus from?

Basel to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Forbach train from?

Basel to Forbach train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Mulhouse Ville station.

Train or bus from Basel to Forbach?

The best way to get from Basel to Forbach is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Basel to Forbach bus arrive?

Basel to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Basel to Forbach train arrive?

Basel to Forbach train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Metz Ville station.

Can I drive from Basel to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Forbach is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Basel to Forbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Forbach?

There are 718+ hotels available in Forbach.

Basel to Forbach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Forbach by train (TGV), bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Metz VilleTgv
2. Take the train from Metz Ville to ForbachTer
4h 43m
€39–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Saarbrücken bus stationN506 / ...
5h 1m
€18–40
Drive 228.2 km
1. Drive from Basel to Forbach228.2 km
2h 25m
€40–58
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to StrasbourgTer
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to SarregueminesTer
5h 6m
€60–116
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Metz Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3635
2. Take the train from Metz Ville to ForbachTer
6h 6m
€19–35

Basel to Forbach by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 355.2 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Forbach, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Forbach via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, and Metz Ville in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Saarbrücken bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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