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Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £387.
Distance: 1469 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£387 Average Price | £140 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest |
41h 55m Average total duration 41h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 57m Average total duration 31h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bucharest trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 20:33 Basel | 41h05 | 13:38 Bucharest | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bucharest
Switzerland
Romania
Trains from Basel to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 41h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £387 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 12:33. The fastest train covers the 1469 km distance in 41h 5m.
Distance 1469 km |
Average train duration 41h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £387 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 41h 5m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 12:33 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Bucharest trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Bucharest from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Bucharest
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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