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Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading Dutch railway museum with historic trains, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly displays inside a former station hall.
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$203
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Utrecht will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Utrecht without transferring at least once.
ICE 106 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 · ICE 224
ECE 4 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 120
ECE 4 · ICE 224
ICE 372 · IC 2545 · 10620 · 20082
ICE 202 · 20074 · IC 3548
ECE 8 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128
ECE 4 · ICE 224
ICE 374 · ICE 126
ICE 376 · ICE 128
ICE 370 · ICE 122Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$212 Average price | $198 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Utrecht:
A bus is $118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Utrecht costing on average $198.
A bus is $132 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Utrecht costing on average $212.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 7m.
Bus takes on average 11h 44m.
Tickets start at around $212 compared to roughly $204 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.24. The journey takes 8h 7m versus 7h 43m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Utrecht trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 376 · ICE 128 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 6h43 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ECE 8 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128 | On time 6:46 AM Basel SBB | 6h13 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 202 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 7h19 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374 · ICE 126 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 6h43 | 2:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 20078 · IC 3556 | On time 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 7h19 | 4:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372 · IC 2545 · 10620 · 20082 | On time 10:16 AM Basel SBB | 8h20 | 6:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 108 · 20082 · IC 3564 | On time 11:16 AM Basel SBB | 7h20 | 6:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 122 | On time 12:16 PM Basel SBB | 6h43 | 6:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 1:16 PM Basel SBB | 7h43 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 | On time 1:16 PM Basel SBB | 7h20 | 8:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 2:46 PM Basel SBB | 6h13 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ECE 4 · ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 120 | On time 2:46 PM Basel SBB | 8h13 | 10:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Basel to Utrecht run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 but you can travel from only $44 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Utrecht 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 Utrecht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Utrecht trains use the Basel SBB to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Schiphol Airport. Use this guide to compare Basel and Utrecht 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.
Basel Markthalle is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Markthalle has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Markthalle.
Utrecht Centraal 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 De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is 1 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Parking, WC.
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
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