How to travel from Potsdam to Basel

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

The distance from Potsdam to Basel is approximately 413 miles (666 km).

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Potsdam to Basel:

• Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
• Trains mostly depart from Potsdam Hbf and arrive in Basel SBB.
• Buses mostly depart from Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.

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

• Travel with Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
• Travel with ODEG, S-Bahn Berlin to go to Basel by train.

Omio customers who travel from Potsdam 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.