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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 75 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Basel is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Basel Sbb. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Prague to Basel?

The distance between Prague and Basel is 586 km. The road distance is 712.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Basel without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 4m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Prague to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Basel bus from?

Prague to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Prague station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Basel train from?

Prague to Basel train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Basel?

The best way to get from Prague to Basel is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 190 - SFr 330 and takes 12h 50m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 75 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Prague to Basel bus arrive?

Prague to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Where does the Prague to Basel train arrive?

Prague to Basel train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Prague to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Basel is 713 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Prague to Basel.

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

Book your Prague to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prague to Basel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Prague to Basel - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Prague to Basel by plane, bus, train, night train, 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.

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Basel
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL)plane PRG - BSL
4h 5m
CHF 55–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N199
11h 30m
CHF 40–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zurichbus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain Ir36 / ...
10h 4m
CHF 64–139
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbbtrain Ec
12h 50m
CHF 190–330
Night train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Bad Bfnighttrain En
12h 25m
CHF 170–320
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PRG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 25m
CHF 98–268
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Freisingtrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
7h 51m
CHF 169–374
Drive 712.5 km
1. Drive from Prague to Baselcar 712.5 km
6h 1m
CHF 114–165

Prague to Basel by bus and train

10Weekly Services

10h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.4 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Basel, Switzerland?

easyJet, Lufthansa, and Air Dolomiti fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Basel Sbb once daily. Tickets cost CHF 190–330 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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