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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Hoffenheim is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Hoffenheim is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Hoffenheim?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Hoffenheim. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Hoffenheim, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Basel to Hoffenheim?

The distance between Basel and Hoffenheim is 275 km. The road distance is 243.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Hoffenheim without a car is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 3h 34m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Basel to Hoffenheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Hoffenheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Hoffenheim?

The best way to get from Basel to Hoffenheim is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 3h 34m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Basel to Hoffenheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Hoffenheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Hoffenheim is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Basel to Hoffenheim.

Where can I stay near Hoffenheim?

There are 814+ hotels available in Hoffenheim.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Hoffenheim 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 via Karlsruhe
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
3h 34m
€39–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus 107 / ...
5h 18m
€24–38
Drive 243.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Hoffenheimcar 243.6 km
2h 13m
€42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20N
4h 55m
€38–91

Basel to Hoffenheim by train

193Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.9 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Hoffenheim, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–26 and the journey takes 3h 54m.

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