- Must visit
Kunstmuseum Basel
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters, modern art, and major temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Basel will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 6 trains that leave Kassel for Basel on Thu, Jul 09, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 440 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 33 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. 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 $32, and a flight costs an average of $339.
Distance: 273 miles (440 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $620 Average price | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Kassel to Basel:
A bus is $88 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Basel costing on average $141 (€116).
A bus is $567 (€467) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Basel costing on average $620 (€510).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
Flight takes on average 7h 5m.
The journey is about 6m faster (5h 0m by train vs 5h 6m by car) and roughly $21 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($141 (€116) vs $163 (€134)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Basel trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2583 · ICE 103 | Delayed 6:14 AM 8:13 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h35 | 12:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2583 · ICE 103 | On time 8:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h34 | 12:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h33 | 1:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h33 | 1:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 279 | On time 9:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h34 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 279 | On time 9:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h34 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105 | 10:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h35 | 2:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
EC 5 | 10:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h33 | 3:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Kassel to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Basel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basel trip today.
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters, modern art, and major temporary exhibitions.
World-famous art museum in nearby Riehen with masterpieces by Monet, Picasso, Rothko, and acclaimed special shows.
Dedicated to Jean Tinguely’s kinetic sculptures, this riverside museum is one of Basel’s most distinctive cultural stops.
Basel’s Old Town core with medieval lanes, squares, fountains, and many of the city’s signature sights.
The city’s main market square, lively and photogenic, anchored by the Town Hall and central tram connections.
Popular walking area along the river, especially scenic at sunset and central to Basel’s outdoor social life.
A dark roasted flour soup, traditionally eaten during Basel Fasnacht. It has a deep, nutty flavor and is one of the city’s signature carnival dishes.
Basel’s famous spiced biscuit made with honey, nuts, candied peel, and kirsch, then glazed. It is the city’s best-known traditional sweet.
A Swiss savory cheese tart common in Basel bakeries and homes. It is a simple, comforting regional classic often eaten for lunch or a light meal.
An upscale brasserie in one of Basel’s landmark hotels, offering polished French and Swiss cuisine with Rhine views and classic grand-hotel atmosphere.
A historic Basel restaurant serving refined Swiss cuisine in an elegant old-town setting. Known for classic regional dishes and a formal atmosphere.
A long-established Swiss restaurant known for fondue, raclette, and hearty traditional fare. Cozy and reliable for an authentic local meal.
Basel is costly for tourists. Hotels, dining, and transport are pricier than in many European cities, though public transit and supermarket food can help control spending.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis and small café bills.
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Basel SBB, Basel -> Marktplatz, Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Basel trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel Bad Bhf. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
Kassel 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: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
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, Badischer Bahnhof is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Badischer Bahnhof.
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