How to travel from Detmold to Basel

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Compare train for Detmold to Basel

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Detmold to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €361.

Distance: 308 miles (496 km)

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€361

Average price

€69

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€43

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Cheapest

€105

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4h 28m

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2h 28m

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6h 23m

Average total duration

5h 53m

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30m

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12h 8m

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11h 38m

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30m

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6h 25m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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CO2 emissions

KLM Cityhopper

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Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest way to travel from Detmold to Basel is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detmold to Basel costing on average €69.

A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Detmold to Basel costing on average €361.

The fastest way to travel from Detmold to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 23m.

Bus takes on average 12h 8m.

Yes, you can take a train between Detmold and Basel.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Detmold to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 32m faster (5h 53m by train vs 6h 25m by car) and roughly €36 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€69 vs €105). 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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FAQs: Travel from Detmold 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 Detmold to Basel.

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You can travel between Detmold and Basel by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Detmold to Basel is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detmold to Basel costing on average €69.

A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Detmold to Basel costing on average €361.

The fastest way to travel from Detmold to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 23m.

Bus takes on average 12h 8m.

The distance from Detmold to Basel is approximately 308 miles (496 km).
The average frequency per day from Detmold to Basel is:
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Detmold to Basel:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hannover Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Detmold station and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bielefeld, Bahnhof Brackwede and arrive in Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Detmold to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Air France to go to Basel by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Basel by train.
Omio customers who travel from Detmold 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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