Trains tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

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TodayMay 9
TomorrowMay 10
SunMay 11
from $31
MonMay 12
from $14
TueMay 13
from $13
WedMay 14
ThuMay 15
FriMay 16
from $16

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Südbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Basel
    Destination location: Basel Bad Station
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Basel.

Bus
Average Price$13 - $129Average Duration6h 25m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$11 - $106Average Duration3h 44m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average Price$18 - $48Average Duration3h 30m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
$18Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Basel: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$26
Average train trip duration3h 44m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure3:37pm
Distance182 miles (292 km)
Latest train departure6:14pm

Frankfurt am Main to Basel Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/07
$18
05/08
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Today
$17
05/10
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05/11
$31
05/12
$14
05/13
$13
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel was searched and found on May 13, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $31 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-05-13.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Frankfurt am Main to Basel is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Frankfurt am Main and Basel, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Basel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Basel?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Basel is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $26 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Basel, choose the train, as it will take you from Frankfurt am Main to Basel in about 3h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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