How to travel from Basel to Antwerp

There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Antwerp including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of Kč1291.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Antwerp:

A bus is Kč3244 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Antwerp costing on average Kč4536.

A bus is Kč3820 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Antwerp costing on average Kč5112.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 5h 35m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 9m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

The distance from Basel to Antwerp is approximately 290 miles (467 km).

The average frequency per day from Basel to Antwerp is:

• Around 24 flights per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Antwerp as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Antwerp:

• Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Antwerp-Central.
• Buses mostly depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Antwerp, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe to go to Antwerp by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Antwerp by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Antwerp:

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Basel to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.

To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.