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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Merzig is to bus which costs €26 - €55 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Merzig is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Merzig?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Merzig. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Merzig via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Basel to Merzig?

The distance between Basel and Merzig is 300 km. The road distance is 267 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Merzig without a car is to bus which takes 4h 21m and costs €26 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Basel to Merzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Merzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Merzig?

The best way to get from Basel to Merzig is to bus which takes 4h 21m and costs €26 - €55. Alternatively, you can train via Mannheim, which costs €50 - €150 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Basel to Merzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Merzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Merzig is 267 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Basel to Merzig.

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

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Where can I stay near Merzig?

There are 614+ hotels available in Merzig.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Merzig by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train (TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Saarbrücken bus stationbus N506 / ...
4h 21m
€26–51
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain Re1
5h 16m
€54–144
Drive 267 km
1. Drive from Basel to Merzigcar 267 km
2h 57m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Saarbruecken Hbftrain Tgv
5h 25m
€68–134

Basel to Merzig by bus and train

23Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.1 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Saarbrücken bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €17–40 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basel SBB to Merzig via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 16m.

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