Basel to Munich train
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Munich
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Fastest train times from Basel to Munich
Fastest Journey
4 h 31 m
Average
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
305 km
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Overview: Train from Basel to Munich
 | Distance | 189 miles (305 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 31 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $44 (€41) |
 | Train frequency | 5 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Basel to Munich cover the 189 miles (305 km) long route taking on average 4 h 31 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $25 (€23), but the average price of train tickets is $44 (€41). Travelers depart most frequently from Basel SBB and arrive in München Hbf.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Munich trains
Buy your official Deutsche Bahn train tickets from Basel to Munich from $25 (€23) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train to Munich from Basel. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
Train information from Basel to Munich with Deutsche Bahn:
- Average Duration: 5 h 27 min
- Average Price: $40
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Basel to Munich
Travel by train between Basel, Switzerland and Munich, Germany is: Fully open.
Is international entry into Munich from Basel restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Basel?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Munich, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 8/8/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Basel and Munich closer to your date of departure here
The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Munich to Basel is: Fully open
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Switzerland from Germany?
Reentry to Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Munich?
What are the requirements?
- 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: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask: Regional advice
Last checked on 8/3/22. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your train to Basel from Munich here.
There are a few train stations in Basel to start your route from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel, Birmannsgasse. In Munich you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including München Hbf, München Hackerbrücke and München Marienplatz.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Basel SBB and arrive in München Hbf.
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 München Hbf, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city center.
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