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Frankfurt am Main to Basel trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Frankfurt am Main and Basel takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Frankfurt am Main to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 43m
Duration
327 km
Distance
CHF 60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Frankfurt am Main to Basel train times

Trains run hourly between Frankfurt am Main and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Frankfurt am Main is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 43m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Frankfurt am Main to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 326.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Frankfurt am Main, Germany and Basel, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–110 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Two other operators also service this route.

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