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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Platten is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Platten is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Platten?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Platten. However, there are services departing from Basel and arriving at Platten, Schmiedeweg via Hollerich, P+R Bouillon, Luxembourg, Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Platten?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Platten. However, there are services departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Basel to Platten?

The distance between Basel and Platten is 505 km. The road distance is 333 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Platten without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €80 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Basel to Platten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Platten bus from?

Basel to Platten bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Platten train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Platten?

The best way to get from Basel to Platten is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €80 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Basel to Platten bus arrive?

Basel to Platten bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Luxembourg station.

Where does the Basel to Platten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Platten?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Platten is 333 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Basel to Platten.

Where can I stay near Platten?

There are 1017+ hotels available in Platten.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Wittlich, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
6h 45m
€81–232
Drive 333 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Plattencar 333 km
3h 30m
€59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel to Luxembourgbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
8h 8m
Bus via Basel Euroairport FR
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Luxembourg Gare Centralebus FlixBus N837
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
9h 8m

Basel to Platten by train and bus

70Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 505.3 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Platten, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Platten, Schmiedeweg via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof, and Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel to Platten, Schmiedeweg via Luxembourg, Hollerich, P+R Bouillon, Luxembourg, Gare Centrale routière, Luxembourg, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, and Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 8m.

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