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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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SNCF + Eurostar | Hbf | Basel Train Station | No tags | |||||
SNCF + Eurostar | Hbf | Basel Train Station | No tags | |||||
Eurostar + SNCF | Hbf | Basel Train Station | No tags | |||||
SNCF + Eurostar | Hbf | Basel Train Station | No tags | |||||
Eurostar + SNCF | Hbf | Basel Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Cologne to Basel: Trip Overview
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Cologne to Basel Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Basel
How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Basel cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Basel is US$91. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Basel 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 Cologne to Basel?
A train trip between Cologne and Basel is around 4h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Cologne and Basel?
The number of trains from Cologne to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Basel?
When taking the train from Cologne to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Eurostar, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Basel?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Basel leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.
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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Basel, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Cologne and Basel, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cologne to Basel and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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