The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Basel
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Basel will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 31 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Basel on Tue, Jun 02, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 1221 · ICE 277+
S65:26 AM6h25Düsseldorf Hbf11:51 AMBasel SBB€381One-way2 transfers
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 2752:43 AM7h08Düsseldorf Hbf9:51 AMBasel SBB€481One-way4 transfers
ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 2754:58 AM4h55Düsseldorf Hbf9:53 AMBasel SBB€501One-way2 transfers
ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 275+
S64:58 AM4h53Düsseldorf Hbf9:51 AMBasel SBB€501One-way3 transfers
ICE 205 · ICE 778:27 PM4h47Düsseldorf Hbf1:14 AMBasel SBB€501One-way1 transfer
ICE 10510:27 AM4h21Düsseldorf Hbf2:48 PMBasel SBB€1281One-way0 transfers
ICE 1092:27 PM4h21Düsseldorf Hbf6:48 PMBasel SBB€801One-way0 transfers
ICE 2014:27 PM4h21Düsseldorf Hbf8:48 PMBasel SBB€801One-way0 transfers
ICE 515 · ICE 2799:26 AM4h22Düsseldorf Hbf1:48 PMBasel SBB€1081One-way1 transfer
ICE 613 · ICE 3775:26 PM4h22Düsseldorf Hbf9:48 PMBasel SBB€801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 411 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€114 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €267 Average price |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Basel trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 275 | On time 4:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h55 | 9:53 AM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 275+ S6 | On time 4:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h53 | 9:51 AM Basel SBB | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1221 · ICE 277+ S6 | On time 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h25 | 11:51 AM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 101 | On time 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h24 | 10:51 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 101 · ICE 1648 · ICE 103+ S6 | On time 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h24 | 12:51 PM Basel SBB | 3 transfers | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 11:53 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · ICE 25 · ICE 279 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h22 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277+ S6 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 11:51 AM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 1940 · ICE 105 | On time 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h21 | 2:48 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103+ S6 | On time 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h24 | 12:51 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 | On time 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 12:53 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h22 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 | On time 10:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h21 | 2:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
28513 · 4261 · ICE 519 · ICE 373 | 10:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h53 | 5:51 PM Basel SBB | 4 transfers | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371+ S6 | On time 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 3:51 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371 | On time 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 3:53 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h24 | 4:51 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 519 · ICE 373 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 5:53 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 · ICE 373+ S6 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 5:51 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 109 | On time 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h21 | 6:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 611 · ICE 375 | On time 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 7:53 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 · ICE 375+ S6 | On time 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 7:51 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 201 | On time 4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h21 | 8:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 613 · ICE 377 | On time 5:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h22 | 9:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 203 · ECE 9 | On time 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h46 | 11:13 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 615 · ICE 379 | On time 7:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 11:53 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 205 · ICE 77 | On time 8:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h47 | 1:14 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Basel
Trains from Düsseldorf to Basel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 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 23:53. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Düsseldorf to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Basel from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Basel
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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