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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Remagen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Remagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $258.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$142 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $258 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 25m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Remagen:
A bus is $106 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Remagen costing on average $142 (€116).
A bus is $222 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Remagen costing on average $258 (€211).
Other travel options to Remagen take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Flight takes on average 20h 25m.
Tickets start at around $142 (€116) compared to roughly $95 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.62 (€-38.16). The journey takes 4h 48m versus 4h 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.
Compare prices and tickets Basel to Remagen by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Remagen
Trains from Basel to Remagen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€116) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 16:08. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€116) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 4:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Remagen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Remagen from $36 (€29). 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 Remagen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Remagen 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 Remagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Remagen
- 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
- 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
- Woksu Asia Haus
- Schröder's Wacht am Rhein
- Casa Antonio Lopez
- Ristorante da Franco
- Hotel Pinger
- Haus Rigomagus
- StadtHotel ARTE
- Bellevuechen
- Anleger 640
- Avanti Pizzaria
- Happy Smile Burger
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