How to travel from Neuchâtel to Basel

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Compare train and bus for Neuchâtel to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Neuchâtel to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. 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 €40, while a train costs an average of €40.

Distance: 49 miles (79 km)

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€40

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Cheapest

€66

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2h 9m

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Fastest

1h 39m

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1h 46m

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The cheapest way to travel from Neuchâtel to Basel is a train with an average price of €40.
The fastest way to travel from Neuchâtel to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 2h 9m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Neuchâtel and Basel including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Neuchâtel to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 7m faster (1h 39m by train vs 1h 46m by car) and roughly €26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€40 vs €66). 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 Neuchâtel to Basel

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

Our recommendation

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

  • SBBIC 51 1609 | 1609
    6:53 AM1h33
    Neuchatel
    8:26 AMBasel SBB
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBIC 51 1609 | 1609
    6:53 AM1h33
    Neuchatel
    8:26 AMBasel SBB
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 51 1609 | 1609
    6:53 AM1h33
    Neuchatel
    8:26 AMBasel SBB
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBB 109 | 94309 · IC 51 1609 | 1609
    6:40 AM1h46
    Neuchâtel
    8:26 AMBasel SBB
    301One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 51 1611 | 1611
    7:53 AM1h33
    Neuchatel
    9:26 AMBasel SBB
    361One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBB 107 | 96325 · IC 51 1611 | 1611
    7:41 AM1h45
    Neuchâtel
    9:26 AMBasel SBB
    361One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Neuchâtel 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 Neuchâtel to Basel.

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There are 2 options to travel between Neuchâtel and Basel including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Neuchâtel to Basel is a train with an average price of €40.
The fastest way to travel from Neuchâtel to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 2h 9m.
The distance from Neuchâtel to Basel is approximately 49 miles (79 km).
The average frequency per day from Neuchâtel to Basel is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Neuchâtel 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 Neuchâtel to Basel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Neuchatel and arrive in Basel SBB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Neuchâtel to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Basel by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Basel by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Neuchâtel to Basel with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Neuchâtel 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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