Train from Basel to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
    		Basel Bad Station
    		HauptbahnhofCheapestFastest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
      		GesundbrunnenNo tags
      Flixtrain
        		Basel Bad Station
        		Berlin OstbahnhofNo tags
        Flixbus + Flixtrain
          		Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
          		Berlin OstbahnhofNo tags
          Flixtrain + Flixbus
            		Basel Bad Station
            		Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Berlin

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 7 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2train per day
            7h 29mAverage duration
            427 milesDistance
            16kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£28 - £145Average duration17h 5m
            17kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£12 - £99Average duration7h 29m
            16kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average price£52 - £62Average duration8h 10m
            29kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Berlin by train

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

              The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Berlin start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the train journey from Basel to Berlin?

              The average train journey time from Basel to Berlin is 7h 29m, covering a distance of 427 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 7m and is operated by FlixTrain.

            3. Which train operators serve the Basel to Berlin route?

              Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.

            4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Berlin?

              The earliest train from Basel to Berlin departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 12:31.

            5. Which is the best train operator from Basel to Berlin?

              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 11504 reviews.

            6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Berlin?

              According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

            7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Basel to Berlin?

              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.

            8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Berlin?

              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.

            Best price found
            09/12
            £42
            10/12
            No data
            Today
            £43
            12/12
            £57
            13/12
            £44
            14/12
            £75
            15/12
            £40
            16/12
            £40
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Berlin was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £40

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Berlin as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from £40 to £75 for a train ticket from Basel to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-15.

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

            busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

            The best way to travel between Basel and Berlin is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £12. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Berlin, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Berlin in about 7h 29m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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