How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Basel cost?

The average train ticket price from Berlin to Basel is $56. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Berlin to Basel?

A train trip between Berlin and Basel is around 8h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Berlin and Basel?

The number of trains from Berlin to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Berlin to Basel?

When taking the train from Berlin to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Basel?

Trains travelling between Berlin and Basel leave from Hauptbahnhof or Berlin Ostbahnhof and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.

Train Berlin to Basel from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	8h 49m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest
		10:12am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 2m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	11h 56m	12:45am	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 29m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	10h 41m	11:20pm	Basel SBB	No tags
	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 39m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	15h 58m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	15h 58m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 29m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	11h 56m	12:45am	Basel Central Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 39m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	10h 41m	11:20pm	Basel Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 29m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	11h 56m	12:45am	Basel Central Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 39m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	10h 41m	11:20pm	Basel Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	15h 58m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:40pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	20h 34m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 29m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:40pm	Spandau	18h 50m	11:30am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 39m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:49pm	Hauptbahnhof	11h 56m	12:45am	Basel Central Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:39pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	10h 41m	11:20pm	Basel Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	15h 43m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:32pm	Gesundbrunnen	20h 53m	1:25pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	Cheapest
	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	8h 49m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	11h 45m	10:10pm	Basel Central Station	No tags
	10:12am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 2m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:12am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	11h 58m	10:10pm	Basel Central Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:20am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	13h 54m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	8h 49m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest
	10:12am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 2m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	17h 39m	7:14pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 8 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 39mAverage Duration

688 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $283	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $170	Average Duration8h 39m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$86 - $107	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train companies

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,287 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

CH train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Basel?

Stops in Berlin

A - Hauptbahnhof

B - Berlin Ostbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Frequently asked questions on the trip Berlin - Basel

How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Basel cost?
The average train ticket price from Berlin to Basel is $56. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Berlin to Basel?
A train trip between Berlin and Basel is around 8h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Berlin and Basel?
The number of trains from Berlin to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Berlin to Basel?
When taking the train from Berlin to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Basel?
Trains travelling between Berlin and Basel leave from Hauptbahnhof or Berlin Ostbahnhof and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-10

$98

11-11

No data

Today

$64

11-13

$74

11-14

$171

11-15

$62

11-16

$147

11-17

$171

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Basel was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $62

To 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 $62 to $171 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 $62 which is on 2025-11-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Basel?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time16h 10m	Avg Price$88	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time8h 39m	Avg Price$56	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time8h 20m	Avg Price$92	Daily Departures1

The 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 $56 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $21. 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 8h 20m —that's the fastest way to get there!