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Compare train and bus for Trier to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Rp31 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Rp31, while a train costs an average of Rp62.

Distance: 157 miles (254 km)

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Rp62

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Rp31

Average price

Cheapest

5h 34m

Average total duration

5h 4m

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4h 59m

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4h 29m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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from Trier to Basel

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBus
    2:20 PM10h40
    Trier
    1:00 AMBasel
    Rp271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:20 PM10h40
    Trier
    1:00 AMBasel
    Rp271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    1:55 PM8h25
    Trier
    10:20 PMBasel
    Rp341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:10 PM9h10
    Trier
    10:20 PMBasel
    Rp351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    12:55 PM8h25
    Trier
    9:20 PMBasel
    Rp411One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:45 PM10h05
    Trier
    1:50 AMBasel
    Rp421One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Trier 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 Trier to Basel.

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There are 2 options to travel between Trier and Basel including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Trier to Basel is a bus with an average price of Rp31.

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

A bus is Rp30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Basel costing on average Rp62.

The fastest way to travel from Trier to Basel is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

The distance from Trier to Basel is approximately 157 miles (254 km).
The average frequency per day from Trier to Basel is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trier 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 Trier to Basel:
  • Flights mostly depart from Luxembourg Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Trier 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, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), vlexx to go to Basel by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Trier to Basel:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Trier 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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