How much does a train ticket from Basel to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Basel to Cologne is $34. The best way to find train tickets from Basel to Cologne 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 Cologne?

A train trip between Basel and Cologne is around 7h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 235 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Basel and Cologne?

The number of trains from Basel to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Cologne?

Trains traveling between Basel and Cologne leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Köln-Blumenberg.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Trains from Basel to Cologne | FlixTrain, FlixBus, TGV Lyria

Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Cologne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $151	Average Duration10h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$29 - $56	Average Duration7h 18m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $74	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Basel to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$34

Average train trip duration7h 18m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:09am

Distance230 miles (370 km)

Latest train departure9:27am

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,413 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

TGV Lyria

4.5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

SNCF - TER

Train and bus companies in DE:Trenitalia, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Deutsche Bahn ICE, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail

Basel to Cologne Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Cologne?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

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Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Basel and Cologne, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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.

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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Cologne?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 15m	Avg Price$49	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 18m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h	Avg Price$47	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Basel and Cologne is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $29. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cologne, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Cologne in about 5h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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