The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Kalmar
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
19 h 46 m
Average duration
20 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Kalmar will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Kalmar 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 1175 km distance in an average of 20 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 h 46 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Kalmar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Kalmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £62, and a coach costs an average of £104.
Distance: 1175 km
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£79 Average Price Cheapest | £155 Average Price |
19h 20m Average total duration Fastest 18h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 24m Average total duration 40h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Kalmar train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Kalmar trains for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:13 Basel | 21h46 | 06:59 Kalmar | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Kalmar
Trains from Basel to Kalmar run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 1175 km distance in 19h 46m.
Distance 1175 km |
Average train duration 18h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 19h 46m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Kalmar trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Kalmar from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Basel to Kalmar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Kalmar 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 Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Kalmar
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with 24-hour access.
- Kallskänken
- Restaurang Byttan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
- First Hotel Witt
- Calmar Stadshotell
- Located in the main hall
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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