How to travel from Basel to Marburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Marburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Marburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a train costs an average of $115.

Distance: 231 miles (372 km)

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$115

Average price

$51

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Cheapest

$147

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4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

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30m

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7h 45m

Average total duration

7h 15m

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4h 36m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Marburg is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Marburg costing on average $115.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Marburg is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Marburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Marburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Marburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 39m faster (3h 57m by train vs 4h 36m by car) and roughly $32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($115 vs $147). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Basel to Marburg

How to get from Basel to Marburg by train, bus or flight.

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train

The best way to travel from Basel to Marburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:25 AM3h54
    Basel
    10:19 AMMarburg
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:25 AM3h54
    Basel
    10:19 AMMarburg
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:25 AM3h54
    Basel
    10:19 AMMarburg
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:25 AM3h54
    Basel
    12:19 PMMarburg
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Marburg

Travel to Marburg 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 Marburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Marburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Marburg is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Marburg costing on average $115.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Marburg is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Marburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 45m.

The distance from Basel to Marburg is approximately 231 miles (372 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Marburg is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Marburg 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 Marburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Marburg (Lahn).
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Marburg, Krummbogen (Tankstelle "Aral").
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Marburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Marburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Marburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Marburg:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Marburg often also extend their vacation to go to Frankfurt am Main, Berlin, Paris, Hamburg, Giessen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Marburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Marburg, including visiting its historic old town, the Landgrave Castle, and the University, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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