The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Zaventem
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
7 h 22 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Zaventem will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Zaventem without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to Zaventem
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a flight costs an average of $435.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$246 Average price | $435 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 10m Average total duration 18h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Zaventem train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Zaventem trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:56 AM Basel | 7h22 | 12:18 PM Zaventem | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:25 AM Basel | 7h53 | 2:18 PM Zaventem | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Basel | 7h53 | 4:18 PM Zaventem | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Basel | 7h53 | 6:18 PM Zaventem | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Basel | 7h53 | 8:18 PM Zaventem | 2 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Zaventem by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Zaventem
Trains from Basel to Zaventem run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $246 (€200) but you can travel from only $81 (€66) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $246 (€200) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Zaventem trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Zaventem from $81 (€66). 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 Zaventem
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Zaventem 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 Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Zaventem
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the main airport road.
- Restaurant Belair
- Black Pearls
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
- Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport
- NH Brussels Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Brussels and other destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and information
- Train: SNCB/NMBS services
- Bus: Several lines available
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