Duisburg to Basel train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg to Basel

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Sept

Cheapest price on 16 Sept

£81

Average ticket price on 16 Sept

£175

Fastest journey on 16 Sept

4 h 39 m

Average journey duration on 16 Sept

6 h 52 m

Trains on 16 Sept

9

Distance

435 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Duisburg to Basel will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.

Fast trains

On Wed 16 Sept, we found 9 trains from Duisburg to Basel, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 10 h 34 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 107
    12:114h39
    Duisburg Hbf
    16:50Basel SBB
    £811One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 123 · ICE 373
    12:335h15
    Duisburg Hbf
    17:48Basel SBB
    £901One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn28517 · ICE 919 · ICE 73
    12:424h39
    Duisburg Hbf
    17:21Basel SBB
    £1001One-way
    2 changes
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI2421+TER96223
    5:3410h34
    Duisburg Hbf
    16:08Basel SBB
    £1831One-way
    2 changes
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI2369+TER96225
    5:3411h34
    Duisburg Hbf
    17:08Basel SBB
    £1921One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Duisburg to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £175.

Distance: 435 km

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Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£60

Average Price

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£175

Average Price

£129

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

8h 45m

Average total duration

8h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

13h 52m

Average total duration

11h 52m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg to Basel is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Basel:

A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Basel costing on average £60.

A coach is £141 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Basel costing on average £175.

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 15m.

Flight takes on average 11h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Duisburg and Basel including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 56m faster (4h 56m by train vs 5h 52m by car) and roughly £69 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£60 vs £129). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Duisburg to Basel train times

The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Basel trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI2369+TER962255:34 Duisburg Hbf
11h34
17:08 Basel SBB2 changes
Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV Lyria92195:34 Duisburg Hbf
13h52
19:26 Basel SBB1 change
Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI2421+TER962235:34 Duisburg Hbf
10h34
16:08 Basel SBB2 changes
Eurostar9426+SNCF | TGV INOUI2369+TER962257:56 Duisburg Hbf
9h12
17:08 Basel SBB2 changes
Eurostar9426+SNCF | TGV Lyria92197:56 Duisburg Hbf
11h30
19:26 Basel SBB1 change
Eurostar9426+SNCF | TGV Lyria92237:56 Duisburg Hbf
13h30
21:26 Basel SBB1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 107
On time
12:11 Duisburg Hbf
4h39
16:50 Basel SBB
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 123 · ICE 373
On time
12:33 Duisburg Hbf
5h15
17:48 Basel SBB
1 change
Deutsche Bahn28517 · ICE 919 · ICE 73
On time
12:42 Duisburg Hbf
4h39
17:21 Basel SBB
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Duisburg to Basel

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Trains from Duisburg to Basel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 4h 13m.

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 £24
Distance
435 km
Average train duration
5h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 13m
First train
1:05
Last train
23:27
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £24

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Duisburg to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Duisburg and Basel from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
4h 32m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£34
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
4h 11m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£72
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£161
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Basel

Things to do in Basel

Discover the best of Basel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basel trip today.

  • Must visit

Kunstmuseum Basel

A major art museum with works from old masters to modern art. It is essential for understanding Basel’s strong cultural scene.

  • Must visit

Fondation Beyeler

A leading museum for contemporary art and design. The building and collection make it a highlight for modern architecture fans.

  • Recommended

Museum der Kulturen Basel

This museum presents fine art from the 15th to 19th centuries in a grand setting near the cathedral and old town lanes.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Basel is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and daily transport prices for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or add 5-10% for great service; round up taxi fares.

FAQs: Duisburg to Basel train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Duisburg to Basel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from Duisburg to Basel covers a distance of 435 km and takes approximately 4h 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Duisburg to Basel is 435 km.
The first train from Duisburg to Basel leaves at 1:05.
The last train from Duisburg to Basel departs at 23:27.
Trains from Duisburg to Basel run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Duisburg and Basel. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Duisburg to Basel, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Duisburg to Basel.
The train station in Duisburg that goes to Basel is Duisburg Hbf, and it arrives at Basel SBB.
The cheapest way to get from Duisburg to Basel is by coach, costing approximately £27.
Booking trains from Duisburg to Basel in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Duisburg to Basel is considered scenic as it offers views of the picturesque Rhine River, charming towns, and lush countryside landscapes along the route.
A day trip from Duisburg to Basel is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 32m one way. However, there are 8 trains available per day for this 435 km trip.
In Basel, you can explore the Tinguely Museum, dedicated to Swiss artist Jean Tinguely, and his kinetic sculptures. Enjoy a Rhine River Cruise for scenic views of the city's architecture and landscapes. Discover the Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art. Attend Art Basel, an international art fair. Key sights include the Basel Minster, Kunstmuseum Basel, Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and Rathaus Basel.
To fully experience Basel's rich cultural scene, historic architecture, and vibrant art museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Duisburg to Basel.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Duisburg and Basel

Most Duisburg to Basel trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel Bad Bhf. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Duisburg
Arrival train stations in Basel

Which Duisburg station do trains to Basel leave from?

Trains from Duisburg to Basel leave from Duisburg Hbf. The station is 1 km from Duisburg city centre at Duisburg Hbf, Portsmouthplatz 1, 47051 Duisburg.
Duisburg HbfDuisburg Hbf, Portsmouthplatz 1, 47051 DuisburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Duisburg Hbf from Duisburg city centre

BusNe 11, Ne 6, Ne 5, Ne 2, Ne 1, 934 E, 920 E, 933, 928, 926, 923, 921, 920 · 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

Duisburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.

Duisburg-SchlenkDuisburg Schlenk, Im Schlenk 89, 47055 DuisburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Duisburg-Schlenk from Duisburg city centre

Duisburg-Schlenk is 3 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bus947, 937 · 15m · £4 · every ~4 min
934 E · 23m

Duisburg-Schlenk train station facilities and services

Duisburg-Schlenk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Neon der Grieche, Bäckerei Bolten, Berliner-Kult Imbis, Die Zauberei

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel am Stadion, Hotel am Sportpark.

Duisburg-Hochfeld SüdDuisburg-Hochfeld Süd, Wanheimerstr. 221, 47055 DuisburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd from Duisburg city centre

Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb33 · 3m · £2 · every ~2 min
BusNe 6 · 8m
Tram903 · 11m · every ~13 min

Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd train station facilities and services

Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.

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