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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Markdorf is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Markdorf is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Markdorf?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Markdorf. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Markdorf, Ittendorfer Straße via Meersburg Kirche. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Markdorf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Markdorf Bahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Basel to Markdorf?

The distance between Basel and Markdorf is 173 km. The road distance is 165.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Markdorf without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €22 - €27.

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

The train from Basel Bad Bf to Markdorf Bahnhof takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Basel to Markdorf bus from?

Basel to Markdorf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Markdorf train from?

Basel to Markdorf train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Train or bus from Basel to Markdorf?

The best way to get from Basel to Markdorf is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €22 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 4h.

Where does the Basel to Markdorf bus arrive?

Basel to Markdorf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meersburg station.

Where does the Basel to Markdorf train arrive?

Basel to Markdorf train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), arrive at Markdorf Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Markdorf?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Markdorf is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Basel to Markdorf.

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

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Where can I stay near Markdorf?

There are 2979+ hotels available in Markdorf.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Markdorf 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 Bad Bf to Markdorf Bahnhoftrain Re3
2h 43m
€22–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Meersburgbus 006 / ...
4h
€14–21
Drive 165.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Markdorfcar 165.6 km
2h 11m
€29–41
Train via Salem, Bahnhof
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Salem, Bahnhoftrain Re3
2h 45m
€25–35

Basel to Markdorf by train

7Weekly Trains

2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.8 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Markdorf Bahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €22–27 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Meersburg 6 times a week. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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