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 57 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 14m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Basel. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Basel, Brausebad via Mulhouse and Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 9m.

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 three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Berlin to Basel?

The distance between Berlin and Basel is 714 km. The road distance is 839.2 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 5m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Berlin to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Basel bus from?

Berlin to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

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 14m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 140 - SFr 850 and takes 7h 5m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 120 and takes 14h 9m.

Where does the Berlin to Basel bus arrive?

Berlin to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mulhouse station.

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 839 km. It takes approximately 7h 48m 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.

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

Book your Berlin to Basel bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1353+ 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.

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There are 9 ways to get from Berlin to Basel by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

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Fly to Basel
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Basel (BSL)plane BER - BSL
4h 14m
CHF 56–240
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Basel Bad Bfnighttrain Nj
10h 4m
CHF 45–120
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
7h 5m
CHF 140–850
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Mulhousebus N1326
14h 9m
CHF 67–111
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BER - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 33m
CHF 81–296
Fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane BER - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bftrain
6h 17m
CHF 113–411
Train via Bitterfeld-Wolfen
1. Take the train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Roßlau(Elbe)train Re7
2. Take the train from Bitterfeld to Basel SBBtrain 12N
12h 54m
CHF 145–480
Drive 839.2 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Baselcar 839.2 km
7h 48m
CHF 137–198
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Baselrideshare 837.3 km
10h 5m
CHF 57

Berlin to Basel by train

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Distance: 714.3 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

easyJet, Lufthansa, and four other airlines fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Basel (BSL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 140–550 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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