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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Basel Bad Station | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Heidelberg?
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
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Heidelberg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Heidelberg?
The average train journey time from Basel to Heidelberg is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 136 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Heidelberg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Basel to Heidelberg departs at 08:46. And the latest train departs at 12:31.
Which is the best train operator from Basel to Heidelberg?
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 Basel to Heidelberg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Basel to Heidelberg?
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 Basel to Heidelberg?
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 Basel to Heidelberg was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £12 for a train ticket from Basel to Heidelberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Heidelberg?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Basel and Heidelberg is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Heidelberg, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Heidelberg in about 2h 30m – that's the fastest way to get there!
