How to travel from Leipzig to Basel

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Basel is a bus with an average price of $57 (€46).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Basel costing on average $89 (€72).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 7h 23m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 20m.

The distance from Leipzig to Basel is approximately 338 miles (545 km).

The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Basel is:

• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Basel:

• Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
• Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Basel SBB.
• Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Basel by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Basel by train.

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

• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen.

Omio customers who travel from Leipzig 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.