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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Cologne
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Cologne will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 285 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.
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- 18:563h34Basel22:30Köln Hbf£871One-way1 change
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Travel Information
Compare train for Basel to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £266.
Distance: 285 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £266 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Cologne trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:04 Basel | 6h35 | 20:39 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 8:25 Basel | 3h40 | 12:05 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
| 9:25 Basel | 3h40 | 13:05 Köln Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:25 Basel | 3h40 | 14:05 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
| 11:25 Basel | 3h40 | 15:05 Köln Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:25 Basel | 3h40 | 16:05 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Cologne
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Trains from Basel to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 14:04, the last at 14:04. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 14:04 |
Last train 14:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Cologne from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basel to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Cologne 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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