The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Basel
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Basel will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 19 trains that leave Stuttgart for Basel on Tue, Jan 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 06 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Tue, Jan 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
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FlixTrain
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FlixTrain
IC 2066 · ICE 203
IC 2168 · ICE 101
ICE 1064
ICE 266 · ICE 377
ICE 568 · ICE 279
TGV 9576+
ICE 277
ICE 566 · ICE 371
ICE 564 · ICE 373Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €125.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€37 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €226 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Stuttgart to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Basel trains for today, Monday, January 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 564 · ICE 373 | Delayed 2:09 PM 2:08 PMStuttgart Hbf | 2h40 | 4:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
IC 2160 · ICE 109 | On time 2:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 5:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 118 · ICE 7 | Delayed 3:09 PM 3:07 PMStuttgart Hbf | 3h14 | 6:21 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, January 6 | |||||
IC 2168 · ICE 101 | On time 6:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 9:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9576+ ICE 277 | On time 8:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h38 | 10:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:45 AM Stuttgart, Zuffenhausen | 7h26 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2166 · ICE 103 | On time 8:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 11:48 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:00 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 6h11 | 4:11 PM Basel Bad Bhf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 | On time 10:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h36 | 12:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
IC 2164 · ICE 105 | On time 10:59 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 | On time 12:09 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h39 | 2:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
IC 2162 · ICE 107 | On time 12:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h49 | 3:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Basel
Trains from Stuttgart to Basel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nebenbahn Vaihingen- Enzweihlingen from Stuttgart to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nebenbahn Vaihingen- Enzweihlingen trains will get you between Stuttgart and Basel from €14. 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.
FlixTrain
Nebenbahn Vaihingen- Enzweihlingen
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.

When departing from Stuttgart, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Stuttgart Hbf (tief). When arriving in Basel, you can end your route in train stations like Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel St. Johann.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Basel SBB, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Basel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 14:00
- Sailer
- Café 44
- Schnell Imbiss
- Cafe am Rathaus
- Attimo Hotel Stuttgart
- Attimo Dependance Zimmer
- Hotel Krone
- Hotel Lamm
- 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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