How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Berlin cost?

The average train ticket price from Basel to Berlin is R 666. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Basel to Berlin?

A train trip between Basel and Berlin is around 8h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Basel and Berlin?

The number of trains from Basel to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Basel to Berlin?

When taking the train from Basel to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Berlin?

Trains travelling between Basel and Berlin leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Berlin Ostbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof, Spandau.

Train Basel to Berlin from R 187 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h	11:30	Gesundbrunnen	Cheapest
	09:27	Basel Bad Station	8h 37m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 10m	15:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	09:27	Basel Bad Station	8h 51m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:30	Basel SBB	11h 48m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 14m	11:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	15:41	Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	20h 50m	15:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	15:41	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	19h 4m	13:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	15:41	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	17h 19m	21:29	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	17h 30m	21:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 32m	15:41	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	18h 34m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	18h 48m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 25 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:27	Basel Bad Station	8h 37m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:30	Basel SBB	11h 48m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	09:27	Basel Bad Station	8h 51m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:27	Basel Bad Station	14h 48m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 32mAverage duration

688 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 614 - R 4 259	Average duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 252 - R 2 393	Average duration8h 32m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 951 - R 1 740	Average duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 364 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Ostbahnhof

B - Hauptbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Berlin by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Berlin cost?
The average train ticket price from Basel to Berlin is R 666. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Basel to Berlin?
A train trip between Basel and Berlin is around 8h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Basel and Berlin?
The number of trains from Basel to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Basel to Berlin?
When taking the train from Basel to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Berlin?
Trains travelling between Basel and Berlin leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Berlin Ostbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof, Spandau.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

R 461

17/11

R 755

Today

R 210

19/11

No data

20/11

R 1 881

21/11

R 1 484

22/11

R 773

23/11

R 857

The cheapest trip from Basel to Berlin was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 210

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

You can expect to pay from R 210 to R 2 288 for a train ticket from Basel to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 773, which is on 2025-11-22.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time16h 55m	Avg priceR 1 075	Daily departures21
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 32m	Avg priceR 666	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time8h 40m	Avg priceR 1 198	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Basel and Berlin 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 666 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 252. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Berlin, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Berlin in about 8h 32m – that's the fastest way to get there!