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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hauptbahnhof | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Cheapest | |||||
 | Berlin Südkreuz | Basel Bad Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Berlin Südkreuz | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | |||||
| Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags | |||||
 | Berlin Central Station | Basel SBB | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 7 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Basel?
Berlin
- AEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- BSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
- CAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Basel by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Basel start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Basel?
The average train trip from Berlin to Basel takes 7h 14m and covers 688 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 3m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Basel route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Basel?
The earliest train from Berlin to Basel departs at 8:51am. The latest train departs at 2:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Basel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Berlin to Basel was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $68 to $798 for a train ticket from Berlin to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually ÖBB will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Basel?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Berlin and Basel is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $55 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Berlin to Basel in about 7h 14m —that's the fastest way to get there!
