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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Pirmasens is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Pirmasens is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Pirmasens?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Pirmasens station. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Pirmasens central train station via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Pirmasens?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Pirmasens. However, there are services departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Landau, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Basel to Pirmasens?

The distance between Basel and Pirmasens is 282 km. The road distance is 225.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Pirmasens without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Basel to Pirmasens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Pirmasens bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Pirmasens train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Pirmasens?

The best way to get from Basel to Pirmasens is to train which takes 5h and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Basel to Pirmasens bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Pirmasens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Pirmasens?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Pirmasens is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Basel to Pirmasens.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Pirmasens?

Book your Basel to Pirmasens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pirmasens?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Pirmasens 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Landau, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6
3. Take the train from Landau, Hauptbahnhof to Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h
€44–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N474 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Pirmasens central train stationbus 036
5h 15m
€27–37
Drive 225.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Pirmasenscar 225.5 km
2h 37m
€39–57
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Wissembourgtrain Ter
6h 35m
€67–106

Basel to Pirmasens by train

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Distance: 281.6 km
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Landau, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel SBB to Pirmasens central train station via Karlsruhe central train station in around 5h 15m.

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