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

The cheapest way to get from Pforzheim to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pforzheim to Basel is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Pforzheim and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Pforzheim to Basel. However, there are services departing from Pforzheim Hbf and arriving at Basel Bad Bf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Pforzheim to Basel?

The distance between Pforzheim and Basel is 220 km. The road distance is 214.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Pforzheim to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Basel train from?

Pforzheim to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Pforzheim to Basel?

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Basel is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 17 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Pforzheim to Basel train arrive?

Pforzheim to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.

Can I drive from Pforzheim to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Pforzheim to Basel is 215 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Pforzheim to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Pforzheim to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pforzheim to Basel by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bftrain 20 / ...
2h 21m
CHF 24–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N33 / ...
4h 37m
CHF 17–37
Drive 214.6 km
1. Drive from Pforzheim to Baselcar 214.6 km
1h 55m
CHF 35–50
Train via Freiburg im Breisgau
1. Take the train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Freiburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Drb
2. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Haltingen Bahnhoftrain Rb27 / ...
3h 47m
CHF 33–45

Pforzheim to Basel by train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.9 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–75 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 12–23 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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