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

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Basel. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Oelde via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Basel?

The distance between Amsterdam and Basel is 310 km. The road distance is 293.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Amsterdam to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Basel train from?

Amsterdam to Basel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Where does the Amsterdam to Basel train arrive?

Amsterdam to Basel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Basel is 294 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Amsterdam to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 623+ hotels available in Basel.

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1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Oeldetrain Re
3h 44m
Drive 293.6 km
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1. Drive from Amsterdam to Baselcar 293.6 km
2h 55m
€53–76

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Distance: 309.9 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Basel, Germany?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Basel via Oberhausen Hbf and Oelde in around 3h 44m.

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