The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Kehl
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Kehl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Kehl will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Kehl on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Kehl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Kehl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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€30 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Kehl train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Kehl trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:13 AM Basel | 1h40 | 7:53 AM Kehl | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Basel | 1h40 | 8:53 AM Kehl | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:13 PM Basel | 1h40 | 3:53 PM Kehl | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Kehl
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Kehl trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Kehl from $11 (€9). 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: Trains from Basel to Kehl

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Kehl
- 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
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 16:30
- Restaurant Cafe am Yachthafen
- Kochlöffel
- Alte Zunft
- Maï Thai
- Rosengarten
- Europa-Hotel
- Restaurant Pizzeria Schwert;Hotel Schwert
- Lamm
- Café "Alte Landschreiberei"
- Gästehaus Krone
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