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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Pforzheim is to bus which costs €23 - €55 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Pforzheim is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Pforzheim?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Pforzheim. However, there are services departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Pforzheim Hbf via Karlsruhe Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Basel to Pforzheim?

The distance between Basel and Pforzheim is 220 km. The road distance is 214.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Pforzheim without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €29 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Basel to Pforzheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Pforzheim train from?

Basel to Pforzheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Train or bus from Basel to Pforzheim?

The best way to get from Basel to Pforzheim is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €29 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €55 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Basel to Pforzheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Pforzheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Pforzheim is 215 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Basel to Pforzheim.

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

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Where can I stay near Pforzheim?

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Basel to Pforzheim - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 716 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Pforzheim 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 Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2h 17m
€30–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N487 / ...
3h 20m
€24–51
Drive 214.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Pforzheimcar 214.7 km
1h 54m
€38–54
Train, bus, line 716 bus
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Bühltrain Re7
2. Take the bus from Bühl to Bad Herrenalbbus X44
3. Take the bus from Bad Herrenalb to Pforzheim Leopoldplatzbus 716 / ...
5h 46m

Basel to Pforzheim by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.8 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €22–60 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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