How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Basel start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Basel?

The average train ride duration from Berlin to Basel is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 425 miles (685 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators service the Berlin to Basel route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berlin to Basel?

The earliest train departs from Berlin to Basel at 8:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:04pm.

Train Berlin to Basel from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:28pm	Berlin Südkreuz	18h 37m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:50pm	Spandau	18h 15m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	18h 42m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 15m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	19h	7:40am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
	8:49pm	Berlin Central Station	10h 32m	7:21am	Basel SBB	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:03pm	Berlin Südkreuz	15h 47m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 15m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 53m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 10m	3:50am	Basel SBB	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	10h 46m	10:50pm	Basel SBB	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	19h	7:40am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 53m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:53pm	Hauptbahnhof	7h 18m	9:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 15m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 53m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 15m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:39pm	Hauptbahnhof	18h 26m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 53m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:28pm	Berlin Südkreuz	18h 37m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	18h 42m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	2:00pm	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 11m	9:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	19h	7:40am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
	1:53pm	Hauptbahnhof	7h 18m	9:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
	8:49pm	Berlin Central Station	10h 32m	7:21am	Basel SBB	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Basel on May 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	15h 53m	11:50am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	Cheapest
	10:04am	Berlin Südkreuz	7h 8m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:40pm	Hauptbahnhof	19h	7:40am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 15m	5:12pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:04pm	Berlin Südkreuz	19h 1m	11:05am	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	No tags

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Compare 2 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

425 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $190	Average Duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $166	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg 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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B
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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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 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
F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at $18

CH train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $18. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Berlin to Basel is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 425 miles (685 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Berlin to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berlin to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Berlin to Basel at 8:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/09

$57

05/10

$156

Today

$53

05/12

$52

05/13

$121

05/14

$93

05/15

$44

05/16

$69

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Basel was searched and found on May 15, 2026 with a price of $44

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 $44 to $429 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 $44 which is on 2026-05-15.

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 Time16h 55m	Avg Price$62	Daily Departures21
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 15m	Avg Price$44	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time8h 40m	Avg Price$69	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 $44 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. 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 15m - that's the fastest way to get there!