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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Basel
    Departure location: Basel Bad Station
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Madrid

Average PriceUS$155 - US$270Average Duration1d 6h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average PriceUS$292 - US$292Average Duration1d 6h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Basel to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$155Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Madrid: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$292
Average train trip duration1d 6h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:09am
Distance1202 km

Basel to Madrid Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Madrid

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Madrid cost?

    The average train ticket price from Basel to Madrid is US$292. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Madrid 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Basel to Madrid?

    A train trip between Basel and Madrid is around 1d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1201 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Basel and Madrid?

    The number of trains from Basel to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Madrid?

    Trains travelling between Basel and Madrid leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Madrid Puerta De Atocha, Madrid-Chamartin, Madrid-Príncipe Pio.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Basel and Madrid is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Madrid.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Madrid you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Basel and Madrid, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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