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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Basel is to rideshare which costs SFr 58 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Basel is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 170.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Berlin to Basel?

The distance between Berlin and Basel is 713 km. The road distance is 842.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Basel without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Berlin to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Basel train from?

Berlin to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Berlin to Basel?

The best way to get from Berlin to Basel is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 240 and takes 7h 17m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 95 and takes 13h 4m.

Where does the Berlin to Basel train arrive?

Berlin to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Basel is 843 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Berlin to Basel.

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

Book your Berlin to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Basel.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Basel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin and Basel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Berlin to Basel - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Berlin to Basel by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Basel
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Basel (BSL)BER - BSL
4h 15m
CHF 45–166
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB12 / ...
7h 17m
CHF 65–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to MulhouseN1326
13h 4m
CHF 48–91
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Basel Bad BfNj
9h 53m
CHF 60–260
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BER - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 34m
CHF 60–190
Fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)BER - STR
2. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf
6h 21m
CHF 108–333
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt12 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel Bad Bf20 / ...
7h 33m
CHF 55–224
Train via S Südkreuz Bhf
1. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Basel SBB12N
11h 29m
CHF 110–249
Drive 842.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Basel842.8 km
7h 40m
CHF 134–194
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Basel840.9 km
10h 5m
CHF 58

Berlin to Basel by train

78Weekly Trains

7h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 713.3 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

easyJet, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Basel (BSL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 65–170 and the journey takes 7h 17m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route twice daily.

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