Next available departures

Next departures for Basel to Dortmund on October 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		10:40pm	Basel SBB	14h 53m	1:33pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		12:30pm	Basel Bad Station	15h 50m	4:20am	Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:26 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Dortmund

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

440 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 135 - PLN 598	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 163 - PLN 242	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Basel

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Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
D
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Dortmund

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Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Train companies

FlixTrain

3.1/541 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi1.9

Based on 41 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 163

DE train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Dortmund 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 Basel to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Dortmund start at PLN 163. The average price for this train route is around PLN 210. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Basel to Dortmund takes 11h 40m and covers 440 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 40m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Basel to Dortmund departs at 8:44am. The latest train departs at 8:44am.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time14h 20m	Avg PricePLN 226	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time11h 40m	Avg PricePLN 210	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time5h 30m	Avg PricePLN 238	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Basel and Dortmund is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost PLN 210 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PLN 163. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Dortmund, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Dortmund in about 5h 30m —that's the fastest way to get there!