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Gasometer Oberhausen
Large industrial heritage exhibition venue inside the Gasometer. Major immersive shows and panoramic rooftop views make it a signature Oberhausen visit.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$98
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$103
Fastest journey on Oct 29
4 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
4 h 48 m
Trains on Oct 29
7
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Oberhausen will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Oberhausen without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Basel to Oberhausen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Basel to Oberhausen.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Oberhausen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 AM Basel | 4h50 | 10:15 AM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Basel | 4h50 | 12:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Basel | 4h50 | 2:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:25 AM Basel | 4h50 | 4:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Basel | 4h42 | 6:07 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Basel | 4h50 | 8:15 PM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Basel | 4h50 | 12:15 AM Oberhausen | 1 transfer | |
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Large industrial heritage exhibition venue inside the Gasometer. Major immersive shows and panoramic rooftop views make it a signature Oberhausen visit.
Main municipal art museum with modern and contemporary works plus changing exhibitions. A strong stop for regional culture in the city center.
Museum in a former zinc rolling mill presenting heavy industry, machines, and social history. A key place to understand the Ruhr's industrial past.
Major leisure and retail district with promenade, entertainment, and links to top sights. It is the city's most visited modern urban area.
Accessible pedestrian bridge with elevated views of the canal, Gasometer, and industrial scenery. Popular for sunsets and skyline photos.
Historic workers' settlement with neat brick rows and garden character. One of the Ruhr's most charming walking areas for industrial heritage fans.
A hearty Ruhr-area pea soup with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is a classic workers' meal long associated with local home cooking.
Cured and smoked raw minced pork served on rye bread with onions. A beloved Rhineland and Ruhr snack often eaten in pubs or at home.
Potato pancakes, often served with apple sauce or beet syrup. Popular across the Rhineland and Ruhr, especially at markets and festive events.
Established fine dining restaurant known for elegant seasonal menus and polished service in a refined setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving hearty German and Ruhr-style dishes with beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Historic gasthaus style venue popular for classic regional cooking, generous portions, and a welcoming traditional ambience.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if service is good.
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Oberhausen Hbf -> Altmarkt, Oberhausen
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Oberhausen.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Oberhausen trains use the Basel Bad Bhf to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Basel and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen 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 options include: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Oberhausen-Sterkrade is 2 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Sterkrade 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 options include: Pizzeria Napoli, Balcanico, Da Vito, Friet-van-Piet
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Nearby hotels include Zum weißen Hirsch, Gasthof Harlos.
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