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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Basel Bad Station | Südbahnhof | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | FRA Frankfurt airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Frankfurt am Main?
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
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train journey time from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 41m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 12:31.
Which is the best train operator from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £21 for a train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Basel and Frankfurt am Main is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £13 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 Frankfurt am Main, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Frankfurt am Main in about 3h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!
