How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Basel start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $22. 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 Heidelberg to Basel?

The average train ride duration from Heidelberg to Basel is 2h 36m, 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 Heidelberg to Basel route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heidelberg to Basel?

The earliest train departs from Heidelberg to Basel at 2:59pm. And the latest train departs at 6:59pm.

What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Basel?

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 11504 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Basel?

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 Heidelberg to Basel?

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 Heidelberg to Basel?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Heidelberg to Basel from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Basel on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:59pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	2h 10m	9:09pm	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:59pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	2h 12m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:26 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Basel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

138 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $77	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $49	Average Duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $21	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
Visit page
B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
Visit page
C
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

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,591 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in CH:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Basel 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 Heidelberg to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Basel start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $22. 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 Heidelberg to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Heidelberg to Basel is 2h 36m, 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 Heidelberg to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heidelberg to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Heidelberg to Basel at 2:59pm. And the latest train departs at 6:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Basel?
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 11504 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Basel?
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 Heidelberg to Basel?
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 Heidelberg to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Basel was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $24 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-16.