Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bern to Basel?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bern to Basel: Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Basel SBB. Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg.

Which travel companies can get me from Bern to Basel?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Basel by bus. Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG to go to Basel by train.

Can I find a direct route between Bern and Basel?

Yes, there are direct services available from Bern to Basel with the following travel companies: 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar. 7 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

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

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7:33 PM0h56
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8:29 PMBasel SBB
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7:33 PM0h56
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7:36 PM1h08
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8:55 PMBasel SBB
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5:29 AM1h15
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from kr149. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr149, and a bus costs an average of kr413.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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kr299 Average price Cheapest	kr429 Average price	kr490 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
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Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Basel is a train with an average price of kr299.

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

A train is kr130 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bern to Basel costing on average kr429.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Basel including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Basel among Omio's users.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bern and Basel including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Basel is a train with an average price of kr299.

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

A train is kr130 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bern to Basel costing on average kr429.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 4m.

The distance from Bern to Basel is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Bern to Basel is:

Around 10 trains per day.
Around 4 buses per day.

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

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

Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Basel SBB.
Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg.

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

Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG to go to Basel by train.

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

4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
7 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Omio customers who travel from Bern to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Zurich, Strasbourg, Colmar, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

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.

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