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

The cheapest way to get from Viernheim to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Viernheim to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Viernheim and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Viernheim to Basel. However, there are services departing from Viernheim, Bahnhof and arriving at Basel Bad Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Viernheim to Basel?

The distance between Viernheim and Basel is 259 km. The road distance is 261.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Viernheim to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Viernheim to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Viernheim to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Viernheim to Basel?

The best way to get from Viernheim to Basel is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Viernheim to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Viernheim to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Viernheim to Basel is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Viernheim to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel.

Viernheim to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, night train

There are 5 ways to get from Viernheim to Basel by train, bus, tram, night train, car, or plane

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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bftrain 20 / ...
2h 53m
CHF 38–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N33 / ...
6h 3m
CHF 18–31
Tram, night train
1. Take the tram from Viernheim, Bahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftram Rnv 5
2. Take the night train from Heidelberg Hbf to Basel Sbbnighttrain Nj
5h 2m
CHF 36–248
Drive 261.3 km
1. Drive from Viernheim to Baselcar 261.3 km
2h 15m
CHF 41–59
Tram, train, fly
1. Take the tram from Viernheim, Bahnhof to Mannheim Hbftram
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3h 47m
CHF 117–293

Viernheim to Basel by tram and train

198Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.2 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 43–49 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 15–27 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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