The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Basel
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€70
Fastest journey on Oct 08
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
4 h 47 m
Trains on Oct 08
18
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Basel will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Basel without transferring at least once.
ICE 618 · IC 6040812:01 AM7h20Munich Hbf7:21 AMBasel SBB€301One-way1 transfer
ICE 1068 · ICE 2754:59 AM4h49Munich Hbf9:48 AMBasel SBB€401One-way1 transfer
ICE 618 · IC 6040812:01 AM7h20Munich Hbf7:21 AMBasel SBB€401One-way1 transfer
BUS 10196 · EC 196 · IC 5688:20 AM5h06München ZOB (Hackerbrücke)1:26 PMBasel SBB€421One-way2 transfers
ICE 1068 · ICE 2754:59 AM4h49Munich Hbf9:48 AMBasel SBB€471One-way1 transfer
ICE 568 · ICE 2799:02 AM4h46Munich Hbf1:48 PMBasel SBB€921One-way1 transfer
ICE 566 · ICE 37111:02 AM4h46Munich Hbf3:48 PMBasel SBB€921One-way1 transfer
ICE 566 · ICE 37111:02 AM4h46Munich Hbf3:48 PMBasel SBB€541One-way1 transfer
ICE 564 · ICE 3731:02 PM4h46Munich Hbf5:48 PMBasel SBB€601One-way1 transfer
ICE 1068 · ICE 2754:59 AM4h49Munich Hbf9:48 AMBasel SBB€471One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Basel
Trains from Munich to Basel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Munich to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Basel trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BUS 10194 · EC 194 · EC 150 | On time 10:20 AM München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) | 5h06 | 3:26 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 · ICE 371 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h03 | 3:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 518 · ICE 107 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h20 | 4:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 · ICE 373 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h03 | 5:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 516 · ICE 109 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h20 | 6:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 118 · ICE 7 | On time 1:48 PM Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 7:21 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 512 · ICE 203 | On time 5:27 PM Munich Hbf | 5h21 | 10:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1090 · ECE 9 | On time 5:46 PM Munich Hbf | 5h24 | 11:10 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 560 · ICE 379 | On time 7:00 PM Munich Hbf | 4h58 | 11:58 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 698 · IC 60403 | On time 10:46 PM Munich Hbf | 7h35 | 6:21 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · IC 60408 | Delayed 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 7h20 | 5:21 AM 5:21 AMBasel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · IC 60408 | Delayed 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 7h20 | 5:21 AM 5:21 AMBasel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1068 · ICE 275 | On time 4:59 AM Munich Hbf | 4h49 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1068 · ICE 275 | 4:59 AM Munich Hbf | 4h49 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · ICE 101 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 5h15 | 10:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ TGV 9576 | Delayed 8:01 AM 6:51 AMMunich Hbf | 4h57 | 11:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 · ICE 103 | On time 7:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h20 | 12:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
BUS 10196 · EC 196 · IC 568 | 8:20 AM München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) | 5h06 | 1:26 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 4h46 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · ICE 105 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h20 | 2:48 PM Basel SBB | 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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Basel
Most Munich to Basel trains use the München Hbf to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel Bad Bhf. Use this guide to compare Munich and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Which Basel station do trains from Munich arrive at?
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.
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