How much is the train ticket from Amsterdam to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Amsterdam to Basel start from R 1 154. The average price for this train route is around R 2 568. 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 21 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 3.8.

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 4.4 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.

Train Amsterdam to Basel from R 970 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Amsterdam to Basel on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		07:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	14h 18m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:33 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam to Basel

We recommend carpooling

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 1 059, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 50mAverage duration

568 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 661 - R 3 482	Average duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 154 - R 9 410	Average duration8h 17m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 059 - R 1 059	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

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

Amsterdam

A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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B
Amstel
Julianaplein 1A, 1097 Oost / Watergraafsmeer, Netherlands
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C
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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D
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
E
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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F
Centraal
Prins Hendrikkade 4, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Eurostar

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

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

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 1 154. The average price for this train route is around R 2 568. 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 21 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 3.8.
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 4.4 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.