Trains from Heidelberg to Basel

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Train Heidelberg to Basel: Trip Overview

Train Heidelberg to Basel: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$9
Average train trip duration2h 19m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure4:57 PM
Distance219 km
Latest train departure5:08 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change

Heidelberg to Basel Trains

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Heidelberg - Basel

The average train ticket price from Heidelberg to Basel is US$9. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Heidelberg 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!

A train trip between Heidelberg and Basel is around 2h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 222 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Heidelberg to Basel 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 Heidelberg to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Heidelberg to Basel is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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 Heidelberg and Basel, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Heidelberg to Basel.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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.

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

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time4h 5mAvg PriceUS$18Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 19mAvg PriceUS$9Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time2h 40mAvg PriceUS$17Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Heidelberg 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 US$9 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Heidelberg to Basel in about 2h 19m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Basel to Heidelberg

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