How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Basel start from R 1 529. The average price for this train route is around R 1 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Basel?

The average train journey time from Dortmund to Basel is 13h 47m, covering a distance of 440 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 56m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Basel route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Dortmund to Basel departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 07:31.

Which is the best train operator from Dortmund 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 11380 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Basel?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Basel from R 1 529 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Basel on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		18:26	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	13h 9m	07:35	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		12:10	Dortmund	9h 8m	21:18	Basel Bad Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:59 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund 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 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 910, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

441 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 856 - R 2 281	Average duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 529 - R 1 529	Average duration13h 47m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 910 - R 1 117	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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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

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Basel start from R 1 529. The average price for this train route is around R 1 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Basel?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Basel is 13h 47m, covering a distance of 440 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 56m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Basel?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Basel departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 07:31.
Which is the best train operator from Dortmund 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 11380 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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.