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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Basel
Showing times and prices for Mar 15
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
12 h 48 m
Average duration
14 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1091 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Basel will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Basel without transferring at least once.
EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 6040303:00PM15h21
Warsaw Central06:21AMBasel SBB
$1391One-way
2 transfers
EC 40 · ICE 27305:00PM15h48
Warsaw Central08:48AMBasel SBB
$1671One-way
1 transfer
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 691 · ICE 20108:00AM12h48
Warsaw Central08:48PMBasel SBB
$2521One-way
3 transfers
EC 48 · ICE 37709:00AM12h48
Warsaw Central09:48PMBasel SBB
$2521One-way
1 transfer
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 691 · ICE 20108:00AM12h48
Warsaw Central08:48PMBasel SBB
$2521One-way
3 transfers
EC 48 · ICE 37709:00AM12h48
Warsaw Central09:48PMBasel SBB
$2521One-way
1 transfer
EC 42 · ICE 699 · IC 6040303:00PM15h21
Warsaw Central06:21AMBasel SBB
$1391One-way
2 transfers
EC 40 · ICE 27305:00PM15h48
Warsaw Central08:48AMBasel SBB
$1671One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $31.
Distance: 677 miles (1091 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$151 Average price | $350 Average price | $117 Average price Cheapest |
14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 37m Average total duration 22h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Basel trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:20 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 691 · ICE 201 | 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h48 | 7:48 PM Basel SBB | 3 transfers | |
| EC 48 · ICE 377 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 12h48 | 8:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn as well as PKP Intercity offer trains services from Warsaw to Basel.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Warsaw to Basel?
The best time to book your train from Warsaw to Basel is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Warsaw to Basel route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Warsaw to Basel per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Warsaw to Basel.
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from $31Journey information
Overview: Train from Warsaw to Basel
Poland
Switzerland
Trains from Warsaw to Basel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 677 miles (1091 km) distance in 12h 48m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€26)
Distance 677 miles (1091 km) |
Average train duration 13h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 12h 48m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€26)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Basel from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 48m
Cheapest Price
$73 (€60)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
PKP Intercity
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 34m
Cheapest Price
$158 (€129)
PKP Intercity frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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.
Train ticket prices from Warsaw to Basel can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $73 (€60), while the average price is around $151 (€124).
The train from Warsaw to Basel takes 12h 48m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Warsaw to Basel is 677 miles (1091 km).
The first train from Warsaw to Basel leaves at 12:11 AM.
The last train from Warsaw to Basel leaves at 11:55 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Warsaw to Basel.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Warsaw to Basel.
The train station in Warsaw that goes to Basel is Warsaw Central, which connects to Basel Bad Bhf.
The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Basel is by flight, with a cost of around $31 (€26).
The train journey from Warsaw to Basel offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as you pass through the picturesque landscapes of southern Germany and parts of Switzerland, with rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of countryside along the way.
A day trip from Warsaw to Basel is not feasible since the journey takes 12h 48m and covers 677 miles (1091 km). However, there are 8 trains available per day.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.
Yes, you can take the train from Warsaw to Basel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Warsaw to Basel
Warsaw
Basel
The major train station for departures in Warsaw is Warszawa Centralna. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warszawa Centralna for your trip from Warsaw to Basel.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
Dining
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
Public transit options for Warszawa Centralna
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Aleje Jerozolimskie.
Dining
- Restaurant Warszawski Lukier
- Bistro Trojka
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel
- Campanile Varsovie
- Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: bus terminal
Public transit options for Warszawa Zachodnia
- Tram: Line 1, Line 7, Line 9, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
Warszawa Wschodnia
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Kijowska 16.
Dining
- Mateusz Gessler Restaurant
- Bistro Praga
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Wiatraczna
- Hotel Praski
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Warszawa Wschodnia
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 7, 13, 22, 24
The major train station for arrivals in Basel is Basel Bad Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Bad Bhf for your journey to Basel from Warsaw.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
Dining
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 330 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
Public transit options for Basel Bad Bhf
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Basel SBB
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Basel, Badischer Bahnhof
Amenities at train station
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