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 €28 - €60 and takes 4h 37m.

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 55m 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 Bad Bf and arriving at Merzig via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Basel to Merzig?

The distance between Basel and Merzig is 302 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 37m and costs €28 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 Bad Bf station.

Train or bus from Basel to Merzig?

The best way to get from Basel to Merzig is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs €28 - €60. Alternatively, you can train via Mannheim, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Basel to Merzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Merzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Merzig is 267 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m 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?

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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, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Saarbrücken bus stationN506 / ...
4h 37m
€28–56
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof12 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof12 / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to MerzigRe1
5h 23m
€59–115
Drive 267 km
1. Drive from Basel to Merzig267 km
2h 55m
€47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to StrasbourgTer
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to SarregueminesTer
5h 53m
€73–138

Basel to Merzig by bus and train

20Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.9 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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 €19–45 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Merzig via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 23m.

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