How to travel from Basel to Berlin

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

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Berlin is a bus with an average price of zł 334.

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

A bus is zł 399 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Berlin costing on average zł 733.

A bus is zł 2,266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Berlin costing on average zł 2,600.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 58m.

Bus takes on average 14h 24m.

The distance from Basel to Berlin is approximately 429 miles (691 km).

The average frequency per day from Basel to Berlin is:

• Around 26 flights per day.
• Around 15 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).

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

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Berlin by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Berlin by bus.
• Travel with easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, BA Cityflyer, KLM, Air France, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Amelia, British Airways to go to Berlin by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Berlin with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity.
• 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.

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

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

In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.

To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.