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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Basel?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, 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 St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Basel start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Basel?
The average train trip from Heidelberg to Basel takes 2h 36m and covers 219 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Basel route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Basel?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Basel departs at 2:59pm. The latest train departs at 6:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg 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 11380 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Basel was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $40 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Heidelberg to Basel?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Heidelberg 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 $30 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 Heidelberg to Basel in about 2h 20m —that's the fastest way to get there!
