Basel to Berlin train

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Cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixTrain
FlixBus
23:4017h31
Basel
17:11Berlin Südkreuz station
£471One-way
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h26
Basel SBB
18:32Berlin Hbf
£991One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h16
Basel SBB
18:22Berlin Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 372
08:137h50
Basel SBB
16:03Berlin Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 76
09:067h16
Basel SBB
16:22Berlin Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change

Train timetableBasel to Berlin

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 September
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 372
08:137h50
Basel SBB
16:03Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 372
08:137h50
Basel SBB
16:03Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 76
09:067h16
Basel SBB
16:22Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 76
09:067h28
Basel SBB
16:34Berlin Hbf
0 changes
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 76
09:067h28
Basel SBB
16:34Berlin Hbf
0 changes
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 76
09:067h16
Basel SBB
16:22Berlin Hbf
1 change
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 370
10:138h03
Basel SBB
18:16Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 370
10:138h03
Basel SBB
18:16Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h16
Basel SBB
18:22Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h26
Basel SBB
18:32Berlin Hbf
0 changes
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 74
11:067h16
Basel SBB
18:22Berlin Hbf
1 change
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 74
11:067h26
Basel SBB
18:32Berlin Hbf
0 changes
FlixTrain
FlixBus
23:4017h31
Basel
17:11Berlin Südkreuz station
2 changes

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Train times from Basel to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Fastest Journey

7 h 16 m

Average

8 h 19 m

Trains per day

13

Distance

691 km

Of the 13 trains that leave Basel for Berlin every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h16
Basel SBB
18:22Berlin Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change
Fastest
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 74
11:067h16
Basel SBB
18:22Berlin Hbf
£2221One-way
1 change
Fastest
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 76
09:067h16
Basel SBB
16:22Berlin Hbf
£1131One-way
1 change
Fastest
ÖBB | ICE
ICE 76
09:067h16
Basel SBB
16:22Berlin Hbf
£2221One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 74
11:067h26
Basel SBB
18:32Berlin Hbf
£991One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Train from Basel to Berlin

distanceDistance428 miles
durationAverage train duration7 h 9 min
priceAverage train ticket price£111 (€125)
frequencyTrain frequency4 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 4 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity or FlixTrain

Trains from Basel to Berlin cover the 428 miles long route taking on average 7 h 9 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity or FlixTrain. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £111, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £31. Travellers depart most frequently from Basel SBB and arrive in Berlin Hbf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and ÖBB | ICE trains Basel to Berlin

Travel from Basel to Berlin from £31 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and ÖBB | ICE! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains between Basel and Berlin. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

FlixTrain from Basel to Berlin train information:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: £31

FAQs: Basel to Berlin train

FAQs: Travel by train from Basel to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Berlin.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Berlin can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basel to Berlin is £111; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Berlin from Basel is on average 7 h 9 min   for the 428 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Basel and Berlin by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Basel to Berlin leaves at 05: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Basel to Berlin leaves at 21: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Basel to Berlin without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or FlixTrain. There are 4 direct trains from Basel to Berlin each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Berlin. Take the fast train with ÖBB | ICE from Basel to Berlin.
Take the Basel to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Basel and Berlin as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Basel to Berlin with ÖBB Nightjet. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

When departing from Basel, you have various train station options to start your route from including Basel SBB and Basel Bad Bhf. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your journey in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin Zoologischer Garten and Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Basel to Berlin is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Basel to Berlin including taking a train, flight or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Berlin

Basel
Berlin
Basel SBB is the most popular Basel railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Basel for your journey to Berlin.
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Berlin Hbf is the most popular Berlin train station for Omio travellers, but Berlin has quite a few train hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main railway stations in Berlin for your journey from Basel.
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Phone Number
+49 302971055
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 07: 00 - 22: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 00
Public transport options for Berlin Hbf
U-Bahn lines: U5
S-Bahn lines: S3, S5, S7, S9
Bus lines: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245, M41, M85, N20, N40, N5
Tram lines: M5, M6, M8, M10
Train lines: ICE, EC, IC, FEX, HBX, IRE, RB10, RB14, RB21, RB22, RE1, RE2, RE3, RE4, RE5, RE7
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Berlin-Gesundbrunnen stationWifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Berlin Zoologischer GartenWifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.

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