Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Eurostar + SNCF | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
Eurostar + SNCF | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Basel Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Basel Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 719, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Amsterdam and Basel?
Amsterdam
- BJulianaplein 1A, 1097 Oost / Watergraafsmeer, Netherlands
- CStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
- D
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands - EHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
- F
Centraal
Prins Hendrikkade 4, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
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 Amsterdam to Basel by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amsterdam to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Amsterdam to Basel start from R 1 083. The average price for this train route is around R 2 410. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Amsterdam to Basel?
The average train journey time from Amsterdam to Basel is 8h 17m, covering a distance of 571 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Amsterdam to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Amsterdam to Basel?
The earliest train from Amsterdam to Basel departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 22:41.
Which is the best train operator from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Amsterdam to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Amsterdam to Basel was searched and found on 03 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 878To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amsterdam to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 878 to R 8 170 for a train ticket from Amsterdam to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 878, which is on 2026-03-03.
