Train Basel to Amsterdam: Trip Overview
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Basel to Amsterdam Trains
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Amsterdam
How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Amsterdam cost?
The average train ticket price from Basel to Amsterdam is US$128. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Amsterdam is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Basel to Amsterdam?
A train trip between Basel and Amsterdam is around 7h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 354 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Basel and Amsterdam?
The number of trains from Basel to Amsterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Amsterdam by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Amsterdam?
Trains travelling between Basel and Amsterdam leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Sloterdijk, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Amstel.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Amsterdam was searched and found on 12 Apr 2025 with a price of US$67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Amsterdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$447 for a train ticket from Basel to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-04-12.
Usually DBAH - ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Basel to Amsterdam is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Amsterdam you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Basel and Amsterdam, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Basel to Amsterdam and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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