Train from Cologne to Basel: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Basel on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Basel Bad StationCheapestFastest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
      Basel Bad StationNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne 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 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 845, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      4h 40mAverage duration
      378 kmDistance
      16kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 467 - R 2 202Average duration12h 25m
      9kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 941 - R 3 190Average duration4h 9m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 845 - R 948Average duration4h 40m
      16kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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.

      1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Basel?

        The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Basel start from R 941. The average price for this train route is around R 1 578. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Basel?

        The average train journey time from Cologne to Basel is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 381 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Basel route?

        Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Eurostar, FlixBus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Basel?

        The earliest train from Cologne to Basel departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 20:55.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne 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.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Basel?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

      7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne 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.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne 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.

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