How to get from Basel to Berlin
- 687 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 39m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Berlin. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 39m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 687 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 22, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
687 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €36Checked Oct 2 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €49Reading date not recorded | 10h 12m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €36Reading date not recorded | 11h 05m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€36Checked Oct 21h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€49Reading date not recorded10h 12m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€36Reading date not recorded11h 05m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Berlin: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse → Berlin Brandenburgflight1h 39m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Basel to Berlin
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€55November 2026
€36Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 7h 06m€38Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 5
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusBasel-Frankfurt, Frankfurt-SpandauBook →
Deutsche BahnFrankfurt-BerlinBook →City transitSpandau-BerlinBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Berlin works
Start with a flight from Basel to Berlin, about 1h 39m. In total it's roughly €89 over 1h 39m, direct, no transfers.
Basel to Berlin: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Berlin?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 39m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Berlin from Basel?
About 687 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Berlin cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €89. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Basel to Berlin?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 39m.
How long is the flight from Basel to Berlin?
About 1h 39m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Basel and Berlin?
Basel is BSL and Berlin is BER, so this route is usually written BSL to BER.
Which operators run Basel to Berlin?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, City transit.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Berlin?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 22 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 22 Sep 2026