What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel is to train and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam Centrum and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Basel. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centrum and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

The distance between Rotterdam Centrum and Basel is 619 km. The road distance is 656.3 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel without a car is to train via Paris which takes 7h 26m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 410.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Basel bus from?

Rotterdam Centrum to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centrum to Basel train from?

Rotterdam Centrum to Basel train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel is to train via Paris which takes 7h 26m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Basel bus arrive?

Rotterdam Centrum to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Basel station.

Where does the Rotterdam Centrum to Basel train arrive?

Rotterdam Centrum to Basel train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Centrum to Basel is 656 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel?

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

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Rotterdam Centrum to Basel - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam Centrum to Basel by train, plane, train (Eurostar), bus, 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.

Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Basel
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Basel (BSL)plane AMS - BSL
3h 54m
CHF 73–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Baselbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 25m
CHF 40–80
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain
2. Take the train from Paris l'Est to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
7h 26m
CHF 196–403
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Eindhoventrain Intercity
2. Take the night train from Eindhoven Centraal to Basel Sbbnighttrain Nj
12h 5m
CHF 79–195
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AMS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 24m
CHF 131–337
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRU - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 4m
CHF 115–341
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Basel SBBtrain Nightjet
9h 49m
CHF 75–190
Drive 656.3 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Centrum to Baselcar 656.3 km
6h 56m
CHF 109–157

Rotterdam Centrum to Basel by train and foot

54Weekly Services

7h 26mAverage Duration

CHF 196Cheapest Price

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Distance: 619 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Rotterdam Centrum, Netherlands and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Basel Sbb via Paris Nord, Paris l'Est, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Rotterdam to Basel once daily. Tickets cost CHF 40–80 and the journey takes 10h 25m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week.

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