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

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Basel is US$92. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Basel 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 trip from Cologne to Basel?

A train trip between Cologne and Basel is around 4h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Basel?

The number of trains from Cologne to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Trains travelling between Cologne and Basel leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.

Trains from Cologne to Basel | Deutsche Bahn ICE, Eurostar, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Basel

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$26 - US$171	Average Duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$55 - US$185	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average PriceUS$40 - US$57	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

US$40Cheapest ticket

16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Basel: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$92

Average train trip duration4h 9m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure6:53am

Distance380 km

Latest train departure8:55pm

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/57 reviews

Eurostar

4.5/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/58,475 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

CH train and bus companies:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Cologne to Basel Train

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

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Basel

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Basel cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Basel is US$92. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Basel 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 trip from Cologne to Basel?
A train trip between Cologne and Basel is around 4h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Basel?
The number of trains from Cologne to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Basel?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Basel leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Basel, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cologne to Basel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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