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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Basel Bad Station | Berlin Südkreuz | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Basel Bad Station | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 7 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 458, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Berlin?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- B
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - D
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Berlin
- AEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- BSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
- CAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FAlexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 30 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at R 458
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Berlin by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Berlin start from R 458. The average price for this train route is around R 737. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Basel to Berlin is 7h 23m, covering a distance of 685 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 9m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Berlin route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Berlin?
The earliest train from Basel to Berlin departs at 08:44. And the latest train departs at 12:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Berlin was searched and found on 02 Jun 2026 with a price of R 715To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Berlin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 715 to R 9 928 for a train ticket from Basel to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 715, which is on 2026-06-02.
Usually ÖBB will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Berlin?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Basel and Berlin is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 737 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 458. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Berlin, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Berlin in about 7h 23m – that's the fastest way to get there!
