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

The average train ticket price from Basel to Berlin is R 691. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Basel to Berlin?

A train trip between Basel and Berlin is around 8h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Basel and Berlin?

The number of trains from Basel to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Basel to Berlin?

When taking the train from Basel to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Berlin?

Trains travelling between Basel and Berlin leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Hauptbahnhof, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau.

Train Basel to Berlin from R 187 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:46	Basel Bad Station	9h 18m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h	11:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	08:46	Basel Bad Station	9h 32m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 10m	15:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:30	Basel SBB	11h 48m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:46	Basel Bad Station	16h 59m	01:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 54m	16:03	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	20h 50m	15:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 31m	18:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	22h 14m	11:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 34m	18:43	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 46m	15:55	Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	19h 4m	13:44	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Berlin on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	8h 54m	16:03	Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	18h 34m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:09	Basel Bad Station	11h 9m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	18h 48m	18:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	07:09	Basel Bad Station	17h 6m	00:15	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 8 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 32mAverage duration

689 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 749 - R 4 240	Average duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 252 - R 2 303	Average duration8h 32m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 818 - R 1 829	Average duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Berlin?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Berlin

A - Hauptbahnhof

B - Berlin Ostbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Berlin

How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Berlin cost?
The average train ticket price from Basel to Berlin is R 691. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Basel to Berlin?
A train trip between Basel and Berlin is around 8h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 693 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Basel and Berlin?
The number of trains from Basel to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Basel to Berlin?
When taking the train from Basel to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Berlin?
Trains travelling between Basel and Berlin leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Hauptbahnhof, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

R 956

11/11

R 1 785

Today

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13/11

R 1 229

14/11

R 1 229

15/11

R 1 018

16/11

R 459

17/11

R 687

The cheapest trip from Basel to Berlin was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 459

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 R 459 to R 2 020 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 R 459, which is on 2025-11-16.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time17h 5m	Avg priceR 1 067	Daily departures20
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 32m	Avg priceR 691	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time8h 20m	Avg priceR 1 190	Daily departures2

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 R 691 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 252. 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 8h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!