Basel to Frankfurt am Main train

Cheap train tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Cheapest

38

Average

42

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 traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
09:13PMBasel SBB3h14 12:27AMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
381One-way
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08:13PMBasel SBB3h20 11:33PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
381One-way
11:13PMBasel SBB3h38 02:51AMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
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431One-way
09:17AMBasel3h51 01:08PMFrankfurt am Main
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451One-way
10:13PMBasel SBB3h55 02:08AMFrankfurt South station
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471One-way

Train schedule from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 24
09:06AMBasel SBB3h07 12:13PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
09:06AMBasel SBB2h50 11:56AMFrankfurt South station
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10:13AMBasel SBB3h02 01:15PMFrankfurt South station
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10:13AMBasel SBB3h15 01:28PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
11:06AMBasel SBB2h50 01:56PMFrankfurt South station
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11:06AMBasel SBB3h07 02:13PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
12:13PMBasel SBB3h15 03:28PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
12:13PMBasel SBB3h02 03:15PMFrankfurt South station
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01:06PMBasel SBB3h07 04:13PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
01:06PMBasel SBB2h50 03:56PMFrankfurt South station
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02:13PMBasel SBB3h15 05:28PMFrankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
1 transfer
02:13PMBasel SBB3h02 05:15PMFrankfurt South station
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Fastest Journey

2 h 50 m

Average

2 h 50 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

296 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Frankfurt am Main every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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11:06AMBasel SBB2h50 01:56PMFrankfurt South station
0 transfers
1141One-way
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09:06AMBasel SBB2h50 11:56AMFrankfurt South station
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Overview: Train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

distanceDistance183 miles (295 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 15 min
priceAverage train ticket price$64 (€56)
frequencyTrain frequency11 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 10 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, FlixTrain or Czech Railways (ČD)

Trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main cover the 183 miles (295 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 15 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, FlixTrain or Czech Railways (ČD). Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $17 (€15), but the average price of train tickets is $64 (€56). Travelers depart most frequently from Basel SBB and arrive in Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and České dráhy from Basel to Frankfurt am Main trains

You can travel by train to Frankfurt am Main from Basel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and České dráhy for as low as $17 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Basel to Frankfurt am Main train.

Basel to Frankfurt am Main train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 9 a day

Find cheap tickets for ÖBB Nightjet trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on Omio. Omio can help you find the best train deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Basel to Frankfurt am Main train schedule from ÖBB Nightjet, the latest train ticket offers available and other travel information for the 183 miles (295 km) trip between Basel and Frankfurt am Main, including information on baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main in the Omio app, you can check to see if the ÖBB Nightjet trains available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. Check the ÖBB Nightjet train schedule for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Frankfurt am Main from Basel and then book a cheap train with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main with ÖBB Nightjet!

    Czech Railway is the major railway operator in the Czech Republic where you can find Second class and First Class tickets for your next train between Basel and Frankfurt am Main.

    České dráhy from Basel to Frankfurt am Main train information:

    • Average Duration: 3 h 12 min
    • České dráhy frequency: 1 a day



    Deutsche Bahn trains from Basel to Frankfurt

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    Deutsche Bahn is the main railroad company in Germany. On average, about 40,000 train journeys are made in Germany every day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types—make savings with offers such as the Sparpreis ticket or apply discount cards with the BahnCard. Check whether you can also use them on the DB route from Basel to Frankfurt. You can find information on ticket cancelation in our Help Center.

    DB has different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its railroads, which differ in terms of comfort and travel time. While restrooms, for example, are part of the standard equipment, other offers such as an on-board restaurant or Wi-Fi access are only available on certain trains. With Omio you can easily check the Deutsche Bahn timetable for your journey from Basel to Frankfurt and book cheap DB tickets. More information on rail travel in Germany and Europe.


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    Travel Tips: Trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Frankfurt am Main.
    FAQs

    Travel between Basel, Switzerland and Frankfurt am Main, Germany by train is: Unrestricted.

    What is the status of international entry into Germany from Switzerland?

    International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

    Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Germany from Basel?

    Conditions of entry:

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Frankfurt am Main, Germany?

    When traveling in Germany, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

    • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
    • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

    The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train between Basel and Frankfurt am Main before traveling.

    Return travel from Germany to Switzerland is: Unrestricted.

    Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Basel from Frankfurt am Main?

    Entry into Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

    Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Frankfurt am Main?

    Requirements for reentering:

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Basel, Switzerland?

    The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

    • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
    • Face mask requirement: Regional advice

    Last checked on 3/22/23. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to the travel date of your train to Basel from Frankfurt am Main.

    Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main for the next 7 days starting from $17 (€15)  one way.
    If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train to cost on average $64 (€56)  one way.
    The train distance from Basel to Frankfurt am Main is around 183 miles (295 km).
    While the time it takes to travel 183 miles (295 km) from Basel to Frankfurt am Main can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train journey time is on average 3 h 15 min.

    There are a few train stations in Basel to start your journey from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel, Birmannsgasse. In Frankfurt am Main you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf, Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf and Frankfurt Main Ost.

    Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Basel SBB   and arrive in Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf.

    Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf, located 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city center.

    Take the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, FlixTrain or Czech Railways (ČD). However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Frankfurt am Main from Basel as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
    Yes, there are 10 direct trains per day from Basel to Frankfurt am Main. You can look to travel with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | ICE  without needing to transfer at another stop in between. Taking a direct train tends to save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking a ticket for this route.
    On average, there are 11 trains a day from Basel to Frankfurt am Main. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    You can take the earliest train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main at 10: 13 PM   or take the last train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main leaving at 10: 13 PM. Look for the latest Basel to Frankfurt am Main train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this route.
    You can find trains to Frankfurt am Main from Basel to cost on average $64 (€56) one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your route. You’ll see tickets for the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

    Important Stations and Airports for this connection

    Basel
    Frankfurt am Main
    Basel SBB is the most popular Basel railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Basel for your trip to Frankfurt am Main.
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