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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Arnhem
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Oct
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£111
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£136
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
6 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Oct
17
Distance
506 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Arnhem will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £111.
Fast trains
To travel from Basel to Arnhem you need to make at least one change.
ECE 4 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 12014:467h40Basel SBB22:26Arnhem station£1111One-way3 changes- ICE 104 · ICE 622 · ICE 14015:166h41Basel SBB21:57Arnhem station£1141One-way2 changes
- ECE 4 · ICE 22414:465h40Basel SBB20:26Arnhem station£1141One-way1 change
- ICE 370 · ICE 2012 · 28526+
2003212:167h57Basel SBB20:13Arnhem station£1161One-way3 changes - ICE 372 · IC 1645 · 28522 · Bus RE1910:167h41Basel SBB17:57Arnhem station£1211One-way4 changes
- ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 12410:465h40Basel SBB16:26Arnhem station£1951One-way2 changes
- ECE 4 · ICE 22414:465h40Basel SBB20:26Arnhem station£1141One-way1 change
- ICE 372 · ICE 12410:166h10Basel SBB16:26Arnhem station£1951One-way1 change
- ICE 374 · ICE 1268:166h10Basel SBB14:26Arnhem station£1951One-way1 change
- ICE 72 · ICE 916+2003012:466h27Basel SBB19:13Arnhem station£1411One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Arnhem
Switzerland
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Trains from Basel to Arnhem run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 5h 9m.
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 £42
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £42
Live departures
Basel to Arnhem train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 374 · ICE 126 | On time 8:16 Basel SBB | 6h10 | 14:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
| ICE 374 · IC 1947 · 28518+20024 | On time 8:16 Basel SBB | 7h57 | 16:13 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 724+20024 | On time 9:16 Basel SBB | 6h57 | 16:13 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 372 · ICE 124 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 6h10 | 16:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
| ICE 372 · IC 1645 · 28522 · Bus RE19 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 7h41 | 17:57 Arnhem station | 4 changes | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 | On time 10:46 Basel SBB | 5h40 | 16:26 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 720+20028 | On time 11:16 Basel SBB | 6h57 | 18:13 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 108 · 28522 · Bus RE19 · ICE 144 | On time 11:16 Basel SBB | 6h41 | 17:57 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 2012 · 28526+20032 | On time 12:16 Basel SBB | 7h57 | 20:13 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 122 | On time 12:16 Basel SBB | 7h00 | 19:16 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
| ICE 72 · ICE 916 · ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 12:46 Basel SBB | 7h40 | 20:26 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 72 · ICE 916+20030 | On time 12:46 Basel SBB | 6h27 | 19:13 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 106 · ICE 626+20032 | On time 13:16 Basel SBB | 6h57 | 20:13 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 278 · IC 1941 · 28530 · Bus RE19 | On time 14:16 Basel SBB | 7h41 | 21:57 Arnhem station | 4 changes | |
| ECE 4 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 120 | On time 14:46 Basel SBB | 7h40 | 22:26 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
| ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 14:46 Basel SBB | 5h40 | 20:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
| ICE 104 · ICE 622 · ICE 140 | On time 15:16 Basel SBB | 6h41 | 21:57 Arnhem station | 2 changes | |
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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£44
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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
Complete guide to Arnhem
Things to do in Arnhem
Discover the best of Arnhem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arnhem trip today.
- Recommended
Airborne at the Bridge
Compact museum in the old gatehouse telling the story of the Battle of Arnhem near the famous bridge.
Nederlands Wijnmuseum
Museum on Dutch wine history and viticulture, with cellars, tools and tastings in a distinctive local setting.
- Must visit
Park Sonsbeek
Expansive English landscape park with lawns, water features, art and hilltop viewpoints close to the centre.
- Recommended
Rijnkade
Popular riverside quay with terraces, views of the John Frost Bridge and an easy walk along the water.
- Recommended
Markt
Lively central square framed by historic buildings, markets and cafés, useful for atmosphere and people-watching.
Boerenmetworst met stroop
Thin buckwheat pancakes from Gelderland, traditionally eaten warm with syrup or savoury fillings. They are a regional farmhouse speciality around Arnhem.
Draadjesvlees
A rich beef stew from the Arnhem and Veluwe area, slowly braised with dark beer or vinegar. It is traditional comfort food in local brown cafés.
Gelderse rookworst
A Dutch sausage linked to Gelderland, lightly smoked and usually served with stamppot or bread. It is a familiar regional everyday dish.
The Green Rose
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for refined seasonal cooking and a calm modern setting, suitable for a longer dinner.
Meat&Co
Well-known steakhouse by the Rhine, popular for grilled meats, generous portions and a lively waterside atmosphere.
De Steenen Tafel
Casual Dutch pancake house in Sonsbeek Park, ideal for poffertjes and pancakes in a relaxed green setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are similar to other Dutch cities, while local buses and trains are efficient but not especially cheap for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
OVpay
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- €9.50
To the city centre
Arnhem Centraal -> Arnhem city centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- You can check in and out on Dutch public transport with a contactless debit card, credit card, phone or smartwatch via OVpay.
- Arnhem Centraal is within walking distance of the city centre, so you may not need a bus for central sights.
FAQs: Basel to Arnhem train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Arnhem 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 Arnhem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Basel to Arnhem can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £117.
The train journey from Basel to Arnhem covers a distance of 506 km and takes approximately 5h 9m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Basel to Arnhem is 506 km.
The first train from Basel to Arnhem leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Basel to Arnhem departs at 23:41.
Trains from Basel to Arnhem run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basel to Arnhem.
There is no night train service from Basel to Arnhem.
The train station in Basel that goes to Arnhem is Basel SBB, and it arrives at Arnhem station.
Booking trains from Basel to Arnhem 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 to Arnhem offers picturesque views, particularly through the Rhine Valley with its rolling hills and vineyards, making it a visually appealing route for travellers.
Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Arnhem.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Arnhem
Most Basel to Arnhem trains use the Basel SBB to Arnhem station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Basel
Arrival train stations in Arnhem
Which Basel station do trains to Arnhem leave from?
Trains from Basel to Arnhem leave from Basel SBB. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.
Basel SBBCentralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland+41 51 221 22 22
City-centre transport
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 5m · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus50 · 4m · £2 · every ~15 min
Tram11 · 5m · £2
1, 3, 2 · 7m · £2 · every ~25 min
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad BhfSchwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland+41 61 690 13 13
City-centre transport
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus30 · 11m · £3 · every ~18 min
Tram6, 1, 2 · 19m · £3 · every ~20 min
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Arnhem station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Trains from Basel to Arnhem most often arrive at Arnhem. Some services arrive at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Arnhem arrival station.
ArnhemStationsplein 1, 6811 KG Arnhem, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822
City-centre transport
Getting to Arnhem from Arnhem city centre
Bus7, 331 · 11m · £2 · every ~11 min
Arnhem train station facilities and services
Arnhem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Verheyden, Dudok Arnhem
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Arnhem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Arnhem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arnhem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arnhem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Arnhem, Hotel Haarhuis, Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis.
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