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 23 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 2m.

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 54m 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 20m.

How far is it from Pforzheim to Basel?

The distance between Pforzheim and Basel is 220 km. The road distance is 214.5 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 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 2m.

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 54m 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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 Bf20 / ...
2h 20m
CHF 33–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBBN474 / ...
4h 2m
CHF 23–49
Drive 214.5 km
1. Drive from Pforzheim to Basel214.5 km
1h 54m
CHF 35–50

Pforzheim to Basel by train

216Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

CHF 33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.9 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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 27–55 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three 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 16–23 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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