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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Basel Bad Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Basel
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 $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Basel?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret 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 St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Basel start at $123. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Basel?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Basel takes 13h 47m and covers 440 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 56m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Basel route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Basel?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Basel departs at 7:31am. The latest train departs at 7:31am.
What 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 11638 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Basel was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Basel, as early as possible.
