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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Basel Bad Station | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Heidelberg?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
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
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 Heidelberg?
The average train ride duration from Basel to Heidelberg is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 136 miles (219 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Basel to Heidelberg route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Basel to Heidelberg?
The earliest train departs from Basel to Heidelberg at 8:44am. And the latest train departs at 12:31pm.
What is the best train operator from Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12208 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Heidelberg was searched and found on Feb 23, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
