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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Seattle is to train and fly which costs $400 - $1,000 and takes 17h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Seattle is to train and fly which takes 15h 55m and costs $480 - $1,300.

How far is it from Basel to Seattle?

The distance between Basel and Seattle is 5259 miles.

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

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

What is the time difference between Basel and Seattle?

Seattle is 9h behind Basel. It is currently 2:24 PM in Basel and 5:24 AM in Seattle.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Seattle.

Basel to Seattle - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

How to get fromBasel to Seattle

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Seattle by plane or train

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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane BSL - SEA
17h 17m
$357–1,308
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane ZRH - SEA
17h 4m
$400–960
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane FRA - SEA
15h 55m
$483–1,248
Fly Basel to Vancouver International Airport, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane BSL - YVR
2. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Seattle Lake Uniontrain
19h 44m
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Vancouver International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane ZRH - YVR
3. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Seattle Lake Uniontrain
16h 38m

Basel (BSL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) flights

31Weekly Planes

16hAverage Duration

$358Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Basel to Seattle.

Launch map view

Distance: 5,228.9 mi
Duration: 17h 17m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Seattle, WA, USA?

KLM, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Basel (BSL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) 4 times a day.

Airlines

Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

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.