How to travel from Munich to Basel

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €145.

Distance: 189 miles (305 km)

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€98

Average price

€26

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Cheapest

€308

Average price

6h 42m

Average total duration

6h 12m

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30m

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6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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4h 25m

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1h 25m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Lufthansa Cityline

Most popular airline

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from Munich to Basel

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

FlixBusFlixBus
06:15AM5h30
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
11:45AMBasel, Bahnhof
$341One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
06:15AM5h30
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
11:45AMBasel, Bahnhof
$341One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Deutsche BahnECE 194 · EC 150
10:53AM4h33
Munich Hbf
03:26PMBasel SBB
$1541One-way
1 transfer

Other options

Deutsche BahnICE 1094 · 4805 · 3056+SBBS6
09:47AM5h37
Munich Hbf
03:24PMBasel SBB
$751One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnECE 196 · IC 568
08:52AM4h34
Munich Hbf
01:26PMBasel SBB
$1231One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 610 · ICE 105
09:28AM5h20
Munich Hbf
02:48PMBasel SBB
$1391One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
11:35AM6h00
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
05:35PMBasel, Bahnhof
$441One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
03:05PM5h55
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
09:00PMBasel, Bahnhof
$451One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
10:00AM7h11
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
05:11PMBasel Bad Bhf
$501One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Munich to Basel

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Basel, 62,92% 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 Munich 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 Munich 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 Munich to Basel.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Basel is a bus with an average price of $14 (€11).

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

A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Basel costing on average $48 (€38).

A bus is $170 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Basel costing on average $184 (€145).

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

Train takes on average 4h 34m.

The distance from Munich to Basel is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Basel is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Basel 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 Munich to Basel:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Basel by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa to go to Basel by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Basel by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Munich to Basel:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus.
Omio customers who travel from Munich 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.
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