Basel to Berlin by train + bus
This route from Basel to Berlin is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 10h 12m in total, run by FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 39m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €49
- Total journey
- 10h 12m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Reading date not recorded · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Basel to Frankfurt
FlixBus3h 11mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Frankfurt - 2Frankfurt to Berlin
Deutsche Bahn4h 02mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Train covers Frankfurt to Berlin. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €89Older observation | 1h 39mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €36Reading date not recorded | 11h 05m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€89Older observation1h 39m · Flight onlySee Flight 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.
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
Basel to Berlin by train: common questions
How long does Basel to Berlin take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 10h 12m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Basel to Berlin?
The best price in our latest check was €49. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Basel to Berlin?
FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 39m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Basel Berlin train
- Basel to Berlin by train
- train ticket Basel to Berlin
- how long is the train from Basel to Berlin