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

The cheapest way to get from Wetzlar to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 60 - SFr 90 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wetzlar to Basel is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Wetzlar and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Wetzlar to Basel. However, there are services departing from Wetzlar Bahnhof and arriving at Basel Bad Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Wetzlar to Basel?

The distance between Wetzlar and Basel is 401 km. The road distance is 385 km.

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

The best way to get from Wetzlar to Basel without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Wetzlar to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wetzlar to Basel train from?

Wetzlar to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wetzlar Bahnhof station.

Where does the Wetzlar to Basel train arrive?

Wetzlar to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Wetzlar to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Wetzlar to Basel is 385 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Wetzlar to Basel.

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Wetzlar to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Wetzlar to Basel by train, 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 Wetzlar Bahnhof to Frankfurt34
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel Bad Bf20 / ...
4h 12m
CHF 44–137
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to FrankfurtRe30
2. Take the night train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Basel SbbNj
7h 42m
CHF 49–275
Drive 385 km
1. Drive from Wetzlar to Basel385 km
3h 17m
CHF 62–89
Train, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)FRA - BSL
3h 20m
CHF 133–281
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)FRA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
4h 39m
CHF 113–265

Wetzlar to Basel by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.5 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Basel Bad Bf via Frankfurt in around 4h 12m.

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