How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Basel start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $27. 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 Stuttgart to Basel?

The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Basel is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Basel route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Basel at 12:14pm. And the latest train departs at 4:14pm.

What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Basel?

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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Basel?

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.

Train Stuttgart to Basel from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Basel on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:30pm	STR Airport	4h 48m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	CheapestFastest
	3:16pm	Hbf	6h 2m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:05pm	Kornwestheim	5h 13m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:30pm	Vaihingen Bf	6h 48m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:30pm	Stuttgart West, Leonberg	6h 48m	9:18pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Basel on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00am	STR Airport	6h 11m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Cheapest
	12:14pm	Hbf	4h 57m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 1m	5:15pm	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:10am	Kornwestheim	7h 1m	5:11pm	Basel Bad Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:17 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Stuttgart 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 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

113 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $116	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $34	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $29	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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

Stuttgart

A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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B
Stuttgart Airport
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C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Basel

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixBus

3.5/511,592 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Basel start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $27. 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 Stuttgart to Basel?
The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Basel is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Basel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stuttgart to Basel?
The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Basel at 12:14pm. And the latest train departs at 4:14pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Basel?
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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Basel?
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.

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $25 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-15.