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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Düsseldorf Airport | Basel Bad Station | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB am Hbf | Basel Bad Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
 | Hbf | Basel Bad Station | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB am Hbf | Basel Bad Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 12 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 785, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Basel?
Düsseldorf
- AKonrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
- BFernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
- C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany
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
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Basel start from R 785. The average price for this train route is around R 785. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Basel?
The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Basel is 12h 33m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Basel?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Basel departs at 08:38. And the latest train departs at 08:38.
Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Basel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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 Düsseldorf to Basel was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 794To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Basel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 794 to R 1 794 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 794, which is on 2025-12-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Düsseldorf to Basel?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Düsseldorf 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 R 785 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 785. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Düsseldorf to Basel in about 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!
