Train from Frankfurt am Main to Basel: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Basel on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
    		Südbahnhof
    		Basel Bad StationCheapestFastest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		FRA Frankfurt airport
      		Basel Bad StationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:46 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1train per day
      3h 8mAverage duration
      182 milesDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£17 - £86Average duration5h 45m
      7kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£11 - £38Average duration3h 8m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£14 - £31Average duration3h 20m
      12kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £14. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Basel route?

        Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF, TGV inOui.

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

        The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Basel departs at 14:03. And the latest train departs at 18:10.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
      10/12
      £23
      11/12
      £22
      Today
      £25
      13/12
      £22
      14/12
      No data
      15/12
      No data
      16/12
      £17
      17/12
      £17
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

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

      You can expect to pay from £17 to £25 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-16.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

      busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

      The best way to travel between Frankfurt am Main 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 £14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Frankfurt am Main to Basel in about 3h 8m – that's the fastest way to get there!

      People from around the world trust Busbud

      ‌