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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
126S$
Average price
183S$
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main will cost around 183S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 126S$.
Of the 28 trains that leave Basel for Frankfurt am Main every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
ICE 204 · ICE 25945:16 AM2h53Basel SBB8:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf126 S$1One-way1 change- ICE 3766:16 AM2h53Basel SBB9:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf141 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 2045:16 AM2h52Basel SBB8:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station141 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 376 · ICE 6146:16 AM2h52Basel SBB9:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station141 S$1One-way1 change
- ICE 86:46 AM2h54Basel SBB9:40 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf141 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 100 · ICE 5907:16 PM2h49Basel SBB10:05 PMFrankfurt South station193 S$1One-way1 change- ICE 374 · ICE 6128:16 AM2h52Basel SBB11:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station251 S$1One-way1 change
- ICE 2027:16 AM2h52Basel SBB10:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station157 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 2045:16 AM2h52Basel SBB8:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station141 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 376 · ICE 6146:16 AM2h52Basel SBB9:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station141 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 31S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 31S$, and a flight costs an average of 608S$.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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102S$ Average Price | 52S$ Average Price Cheapest | 988S$ Average Price |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 102 · ICE 592 | Delayed 5:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 6:12 PM 6:12 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 102 · ICE 592 | Delayed 5:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 6:12 PM 6:12 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 102 | On time 5:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 274 | On time 6:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 274 | On time 6:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 6:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 100 · ICE 590 | On time 7:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 100 | On time 7:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 10:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 100 · ICE 590 | On time 7:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 272 | On time 8:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 11:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 510 | On time 8:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 272 | On time 8:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 11:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
 IC 60409 | 9:16 PM Basel SBB | 3h09 | 12:25 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60409+ RE54 | 9:16 PM Basel SBB | 3h32 | 12:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 60470 | 10:16 PM Basel SBB | 3h55 | 2:11 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 60402 | 11:16 PM Basel SBB | 3h26 | 2:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
| ICE 204 | On time 5:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 2594 | On time 5:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 2594 | On time 5:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 376 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 376 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 376 · ICE 614 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 8 | On time 6:46 AM Basel SBB | 2h54 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 8 · ICE 1012 | On time 6:46 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 9:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 8 | On time 6:46 AM Basel SBB | 2h54 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 202 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 2592 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 2592 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 374 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 374 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 2590 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 12:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 372 | 10:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 2588 | 11:16 AM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 2:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 370 | 12:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 106 · ICE 596 | 1:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 4:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 278 | 2:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 5:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
 EC 4 | 2:46 PM Basel SBB | 2h54 | 5:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 104 · ICE 2584 | 3:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 6:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 276 | 4:16 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 29S$ if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price 29S$ |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Frankfurt am Main from 29S$. 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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
Trenitalia EuroCity
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Basel to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Frankfurt am Main
Most Basel to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Basel SBB to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Basel and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Getting to Basel, Badischer Bahnhof from Basel city centre
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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