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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 go from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train ride duration from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 24m, covering a distance of 182 miles (293 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Basel to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train departs from Basel to Frankfurt am Main at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 12:31pm.
What 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $24To 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 $24 to $35 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 $24 which is on 2025-12-16.
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 $18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. 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!
