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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Rotterdam is to bus via Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport which costs €45 - €70 and takes 11h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 4h 11m and costs €80 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Strasbourg Bahnhof and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Basel to Rotterdam?

The distance between Basel and Rotterdam is 618 km. The road distance is 656 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Paris which takes 7h 37m and costs €180 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Basel to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Rotterdam train from?

Basel to Rotterdam train services, operated by Österreichische Bundesbahnen, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Basel to Rotterdam is to train via Paris which takes 7h 37m and costs €180 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus via Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 11h 8m.

Where does the Basel to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Basel to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Basel to Rotterdam train arrive?

Basel to Rotterdam train services, operated by Österreichische Bundesbahnen, arrive at Eindhoven station.

Can I drive from Basel to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Rotterdam is 656 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Basel to Rotterdam.

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

Book your Basel to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 822+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Basel to Rotterdam - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Basel to Rotterdam by plane, train, train (Eurostar), 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.

Fly Basel to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
best
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BSL - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 11m
€83–304
Bus via Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport to Rotterdambus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 8m
€48–69
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Esttrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
7h 37m
€188–399
Drive 656 km
1. Drive from Basel to Rotterdamcar 656 km
6h 56m
€117–168
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane ZRH - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 32m
€135–380
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane ZRH - BRU
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam CStrain
6h 39m
€128–353
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Eindhoventrain 43N
2. Take the train from Eindhoven to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
10h 15m
€90–218
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to Brussels-North Stationbus
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Rotterdam CStrain Ec / ...
12h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N846 / ...
13h 25m
€60–85

Basel to Rotterdam by train and foot

32Weekly Services

7h 37mAverage Duration

€188Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Rotterdam.

Launch map view

Distance: 618 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from St Louis to Rotterdam Centraal via Strasbourg, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, and Paris Nord in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport to Rotterdam 4 times a week. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Netherlands

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.