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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Basel Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
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EuroCity Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Basel Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Basel Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 178 546, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Leipzig?
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 Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Leipzig by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Leipzig start from COP 178 546. The average price for this train route is around COP 415 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Basel to Leipzig is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Basel to Leipzig departs at 06:16. And the latest train departs at 23:16.
Which is the best train operator from Basel to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Basel to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Leipzig?
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 Leipzig was searched and found on 30 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 316 845To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 316 845 to COP 1 049 406 for a train ticket from Basel to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 392 957, which is on 2026-05-02.
