How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Basel start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Berlin to Basel?

The average train trip from Berlin to Basel takes 7h 12m and covers 684 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 3m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Basel route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Basel?

The earliest train from Berlin to Basel departs at 8:51am. The latest train departs at 2:04pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin 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 12050 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin 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.

Train Berlin to Basel from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on January 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:39pm	Spandau	22h 21m	6:00pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:03pm	Berlin Südkreuz	21h 57m	6:00pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	22h 3m	6:00pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:22pm	Berlin Südkreuz	19h 13m	7:35am	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:48pm	Spandau	18h 47m	7:35am	Basel SBB	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:38pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 57m	7:35am	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on January 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:03pm	Berlin Südkreuz	16h 7m	12:10pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	Cheapest
	9:26am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 45m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 58m	11:30am	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
	9:18am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 53m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	16h 13m	12:10pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:40am	Spandau	9h 27m	9:07pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	2:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 3m	9:07pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	16h 13m	12:10pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 14m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	8:53pm	Berlin Central Station	10h 28m	7:21am	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on February 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57am	Hauptbahnhof	10h 13m	10:10pm	Basel SBB	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 7m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 14m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	10h 6m	10:10pm	Basel SBB	No tags
	8:53pm	Berlin Central Station	10h 28m	7:21am	Basel SBB	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 7 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

7h 12mAverage Duration

684 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $357	Average Duration15h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $156	Average Duration7h 12m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$74 - $134	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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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
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train companies

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wi‑Fi1.8

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at $21

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Basel start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Basel?
The average train trip from Berlin to Basel takes 7h 12m and covers 684 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 3m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Basel?
The earliest train from Berlin to Basel departs at 8:51am. The latest train departs at 2:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin 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 12050 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin 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.

Best price found

01-24

$103

01-25

$220

Today

$89

01-27

No data

01-28

$68

01-29

$122

01-30

$120

01-31

$152

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Basel was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $68

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $68 to $220 for a train ticket from Berlin to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2026-01-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Basel?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time15h 50m	Avg Price$80	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time7h 12m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time8h 30m	Avg Price$99	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Berlin 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 $57 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $21. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Berlin to Basel in about 7h 12m —that's the fastest way to get there!