How to travel from Bern to Basel

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Compare train and bus for Bern to Basel

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 an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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€34

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€62

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1h 18m

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Compare ways to travel from Bern to Basel

Compare the available ways to get from Bern to Basel, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Basel is a train with an average price of €34.
The fastest way to travel from Bern to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
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.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 17m faster (1h 1m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly €28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€34 vs €62). 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 Bern to Basel

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

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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.

  • SBBIC 8 841 | 841 · IC 21 696 | 696
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SBBIC 8 841 | 841 · IC 21 696 | 696
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SBBIC 61 620 | 620
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBIR 35 2353 | 2353 · IR 26 2304 | 2304
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 1 703 | 703 · IR 27 2456 | 2456
    1 transfer
  • SBBIR 35 2357 | 2357 · IR 26 2306 | 2306
    1 transfer

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bern to Basel, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Bern to Basel and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Bern to Basel

Travel to Basel 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 Bern to Basel.

FAQs
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 €34.
The fastest way to travel from Bern to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
The distance from Bern to Basel is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Basel is:
  • Around 9 trains 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 SBB to go to Basel by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bern to Basel:
  • 6 direct trains per day with SBB.
Omio customers who travel from Bern to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Zurich, Strasbourg, Barcelona. 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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