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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Trier is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Trier is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Trier?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Trier. However, there are services departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Hollerich, P+R Bouillon and Luxembourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Trier?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Trier. However, there are services departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Basel to Trier?

The distance between Basel and Trier is 466 km. The road distance is 315.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Trier without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €75 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Basel to Trier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Trier bus from?

Basel to Trier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Trier train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Trier?

The best way to get from Basel to Trier is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €75 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €310 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Basel to Trier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Trier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Trier?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Trier is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Basel to Trier.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Trier?

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Basel to Trier - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Basel to Trier by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
5h 42m
€76–210
Drive 315.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Triercar 315.4 km
3h 31m
€56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Luxembourgbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
6h 6m
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane ZRH - LUX
5h 2m
€131–416
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Sarregueminestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
6h 32m
€61–114
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 / ...
7h 6m
Fly from Basel
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane BSL - LUX
6h 54m
€98–304

Basel to Trier by train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465.9 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Luxembourg, Hollerich, P+R Bouillon, Luxembourg, Gare Centrale routière, and Luxembourg in around 6h 6m.

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