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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Frankenthal is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Frankenthal is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Frankenthal?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Frankenthal. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Frankenthal, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Basel to Frankenthal?

The distance between Basel and Frankenthal is 266 km. The road distance is 261.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Frankenthal without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €30 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Basel to Frankenthal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Frankenthal train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Frankenthal?

The best way to get from Basel to Frankenthal is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Basel to Frankenthal train arrive?

Basel to Frankenthal train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Frankenthal?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Frankenthal is 262 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Basel to Frankenthal.

Where can I stay near Frankenthal?

There are 450+ hotels available in Frankenthal.

Basel to Frankenthal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Frankenthal by train (Trenitalia), 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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2h 45m
€33–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Mannheim central bus stationbus N487 / ...
4h 11m
€21–34
Drive 261.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Frankenthalcar 261.6 km
2h 28m
€45–65

Basel to Frankenthal by train

201Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 266.5 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Frankenthal, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Trenitalia EuroCity also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Mannheim central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–23 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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