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3 h 51 min
394 km.
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3 h 51 min
394 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Munich central bus station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$37.97–$53.16
Bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Munich central bus station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.72–$29.11
Bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$13.92–$24.05
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Basel,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.08–$10.13

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$607.57
Plane from Munich International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$253.16–$949.33

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$607.57
Plane from Munich International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$253.16–$949.33

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from München Hbf to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$69.62–$82.28
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.63–$56.96
Train from München Hbf to Basel
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$94.93–$113.92

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37
Train from Marienplatz to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$41.77–$75.95

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.52–$32.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Basel is to bus which costs $15.22 - $25 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Basel is to train and fly which takes 3h and costs $103.26 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Basel Bad Bf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Munich to Basel?

The distance between Munich and Basel is 511 km. The road distance is 395.2 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Basel without a car is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 4h 58m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Munich to Basel?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Munich to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Basel bus from?

Munich to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Basel train from?

Munich to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Basel?

The best way to get from Munich to Basel is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 4h 58m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $25 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Munich to Basel bus arrive?

Munich to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where does the Munich to Basel train arrive?

Munich to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Basel is 395 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Munich to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Basel?

Book your Munich to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Basel?

Book your Munich to Basel bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.
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