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 €20 - €35 and takes 3h 48m.

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 bus between Basel and Pforzheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Pforzheim. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Pforzheim ZOB via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

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 SBB and arriving at Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Basel to Pforzheim?

The distance between Basel and Pforzheim is 224 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 13m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Basel to Pforzheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Pforzheim bus from?

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

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 SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Pforzheim?

The best way to get from Basel to Pforzheim is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Basel to Pforzheim bus arrive?

Basel to Pforzheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

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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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 SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2h 13m
€40–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus N487 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd to Pforzheim ZOBbus Sev
3h 48m
€21–33
Drive 214.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Pforzheimcar 214.7 km
1h 54m
€38–55
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 37m

Basel to Pforzheim by train

186Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.3 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €35–100 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Pforzheim ZOB via Karlsruhe central train station and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd in around 3h 48m.

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