How to travel from Basel to Liège

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Liège

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $64.

Distance: 231 miles (372 km)

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$163

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$52

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$183

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5h 49m

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5h 19m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Liège is a bus with an average price of $52.

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

A bus is $111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Liège costing on average $163.

A bus is $188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Liège costing on average $241.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Liège is by train with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Liège take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 31m.

Flight takes on average 9h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Liège including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Liège among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Liège

Travel to Liège easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Liège.

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There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Liège including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Liège is a bus with an average price of $52.

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

A bus is $111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Liège costing on average $163.

A bus is $188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Liège costing on average $241.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Liège is by train with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Liège take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 31m.

Flight takes on average 9h 36m.

The distance from Basel to Liège is approximately 231 miles (372 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Liège is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Liège 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 Liège:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Liège-Guillemins.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arrive in Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Liège, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe to go to Liège by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Liège by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Liège:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Liège often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Maastricht, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liège and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Liège to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Liège, you can explore the vibrant La Batte Market, enjoy a scenic walk along the Meuse River, and visit the Aquarium-Museum featuring aquatic life and natural history exhibits. Discover the Coteaux de la Citadelle for hiking and historical sites, and savor local cuisine at a traditional Liègeois restaurant with dishes like boulets à la Liégeoise. Don't miss La Boverie art museum, the panoramic views from Montagne de Bueren, the architectural marvel of Liège-Guillemins Railway Station, St. Paul's Cathedral with its stunning windows, and the Curtius Museum's regional archaeology exhibits.
To fully explore Liège's key attractions, indulge in its culinary offerings, and enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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