Train from Basel to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Dortmund on 14 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Basel SBB
Dortmund HauptbahnhofCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 40mAverage duration
273 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£31 - £107Average duration14h 20m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£44 - £60Average duration11h 40m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£33 - £51Average duration5h 40m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Dortmund 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 Dortmund?

    The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Dortmund start from £44. The average price for this train route is around £60. 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 Dortmund?

    The average train journey time from Basel to Dortmund is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Basel to Dortmund departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 08:44.

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

    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 12311 reviews.

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

    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 Dortmund?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    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.

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