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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf
Showing times and prices for 19 Jun
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
378 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Fast trains
Of the 25 trains that leave Basel Bad Bhf for Cologne Hbf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
ICE 272 · ICE 92020:255h40Basel Bad Bhf2:05Cologne Hbf£571One-way1 change- IC 6040223:276h17Basel Bad Bhf5:44Cologne Hbf£611One-way0 changes
- ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 9268:565h09Basel Bad Bhf14:05Cologne Hbf£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 22810:565h10Basel Bad Bhf16:06Cologne Hbf£631One-way2 changes
- ICE 10811:253h40Basel Bad Bhf15:05Cologne Hbf£681One-way0 changes
- ICE 2 · ICE 91018:563h34Basel Bad Bhf22:30Cologne Hbf£1061One-way1 change
- ICE 2009:253h40Basel Bad Bhf13:05Cologne Hbf£2151One-way0 changes
- ICE 374 · ICE 6128:253h40Basel Bad Bhf12:05Cologne Hbf£2151One-way1 change
- ICE 10811:253h40Basel Bad Bhf15:05Cologne Hbf£681One-way0 changes
- ICE 370 · ICE 51812:253h40Basel Bad Bhf16:05Cologne Hbf£681One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £233.
Distance: 378 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£113 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £454 Average Price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 8:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 12:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 | On time 8:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h09 | 14:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 200 | On time 9:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 13:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 1645 | On time 9:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h40 | 15:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 10:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h10 | 16:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 108 | On time 11:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 15:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 12:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 16:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 72 · ICE 916 · ICE 28 | On time 12:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h10 | 18:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 106 | On time 13:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 17:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 106 · IC 1941 | On time 13:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h40 | 19:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 14:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 18:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ECE 4 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 | On time 14:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h10 | 20:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 14:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h47 | 18:43 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 104 | On time 15:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 19:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ECE 5320 · ICE 1649 | On time 15:55 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h11 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 16:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 20:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 70 · ICE 912 · ICE 24 | On time 16:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h09 | 22:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 102 | On time 17:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 21:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 18:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h40 | 22:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 18:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h34 | 22:30 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2 · ICE 910 · ICE 22 | On time 18:56 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h10 | 0:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 100 | On time 19:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h45 | 23:10 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 920 | On time 20:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 5h40 | 2:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 510 | On time 20:25 Basel Bad Bhf | 3h45 | 0:10 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Österreichische Bundesbahnen or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 3h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 3:25 |
Last train 21:27 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel Bad Bhf and Cologne Hbf from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 3m
Cheapest Price
£116
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest Price
£72
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £113.
The train journey from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf covers a distance of 378 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf is 378 km.
The first train from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf leaves at 3:25.
The last train from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf departs at 21:27.
Trains from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Basel Bad Bhf and Cologne Hbf. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Basel Bad Bhf to Köln Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Upper Rhine Valley and the rolling hills of the Eifel region, providing travellers with a visually pleasing experience.
A day trip from Basel Bad Bhf to Köln Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 40m. Trains run 9 times per day over a distance of 378 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Basel Bad Bhf to Cologne Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel Bad Bhf and Cologne Hbf
Basel
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Basel is Basel Bad Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Bad Bhf for your trip from Basel to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee
Dining
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 330 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
Public transport options for Basel Bad Bhf
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from Basel.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
Most popular train connections from Basel Bad Bhf
Most popular trains to and from Cologne Hbf and Basel Bad Bhf
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