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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bad Homburg
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bad Homburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Bad Homburg will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Bad Homburg on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sun, May 17 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.
9:16 AM3h40Basel12:56 PMBad Homburg$1391One-way0 transfers
- 9:16 AM3h40Basel12:56 PMBad Homburg$1391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Bad Homburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bad Homburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $684.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $807 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Bad Homburg:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Bad Homburg costing on average $118 (€96).
A bus is $772 (€624) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Bad Homburg costing on average $807 (€651).
Other travel options to Bad Homburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 13m.
Flight takes on average 7h 25m.
Tickets start at around $118 (€96) compared to roughly $77 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-41.11 (€-33.20). The journey takes 3h 40m versus 3h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Basel to Bad Homburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bad Homburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:16 AM Basel | 3h40 | 12:56 PM Bad Homburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bad Homburg
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Basel to Bad Homburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€86) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€86) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 8:04 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Bad Homburg trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Bad Homburg from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Bad Homburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Bad Homburg 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 Bad Homburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Bad Homburg
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage 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
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Kronenhof
- Pane e Vino
- Golf Haus
- Zur Traube
- Maritim Kurhaushotel Bad Homburg
- Zur Traube
- Steigenberger Bad Homburg
- Johannisberg
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