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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€50
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€112
Fastest journey on Oct 16
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
4 h 7 m
Trains on Oct 16
35
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Düsseldorf will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Düsseldorf without transferring at least once.
ICE 272 · ICE 9208:16 PM6h27Basel SBB2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€501One-way1 transfer- ICE 2 · ICE 910 · ICE 22 · 268436:46 PM6h34Basel SBB1:20 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€601One-way3 transfers
- ICE 2 · ICE 910 · 268396:46 PM4h34Basel SBB11:20 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€601One-way2 transfers
- ICE 100 · 264407:16 PM5h02Basel SBB12:18 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
- ICE 272 · ICE 510 · 268438:16 PM5h04Basel SBB1:20 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€601One-way2 transfers
- ICE 76 · ICE 10144:46 AM4h06Basel SBB8:52 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€801One-way1 transfer
- ICE 72 · ICE 91612:46 PM4h06Basel SBB4:52 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 74 · ICE 10108:46 AM4h07Basel SBB12:53 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1541One-way1 transfer
- ICE 70 · ICE 9124:46 PM4h08Basel SBB8:54 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€901One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6 · ICE 91810:46 AM4h08Basel SBB2:54 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1991One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Düsseldorf
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Basel to Düsseldorf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Basel to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Düsseldorf trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 376 · IC 1049 · 28514 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h43 | 11:59 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 8 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 1032 | On time 6:46 AM Basel SBB | 6h02 | 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 728 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h21 | 11:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 374 · IC 1947 · 28518 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h43 | 1:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 8:46 AM Basel SBB | 4h07 | 12:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 724 | On time 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h21 | 1:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 372 · ICE 610 · ICE 722 | On time 10:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h21 | 2:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 372 · IC 1645 · 28522 | On time 10:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h43 | 3:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 10:46 AM Basel SBB | 4h08 | 2:54 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 2012 · 28526 | On time 12:16 PM Basel SBB | 5h43 | 5:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 76 · ICE 1014 | On time 4:46 AM Basel SBB | 4h06 | 8:52 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 822 | On time 5:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h20 | 9:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Düsseldorf
Most Basel to Düsseldorf trains use the Basel SBB to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Basel and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Düsseldorf leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Getting to Basel Markthalle from Basel city centre
Basel Markthalle is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Markthalle train station facilities and services
Basel Markthalle has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Markthalle.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf-Benrath from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Benrath is 9 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Benrath train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Benrath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Asia Thai, Cafe Kalusch, Ballon, La Corte
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Benrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Benrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schloß Hotel Benrath, Hotel Waldesruh.
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