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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Basel is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Basel is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Basel. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Oelde via Köln Hbf and Hamm(Westf)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Brussels to Basel?

The distance between Brussels and Basel is 380 km. The road distance is 334.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Basel without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 10m and costs €100 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Brussels to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Basel train from?

Brussels to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Where does the Brussels to Basel train arrive?

Brussels to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Basel is 334 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Brussels to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 624+ hotels available in Basel.

Brussels to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brussels to Basel by train or car

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hammtrain 10 / ...
4h 10m
€101–304
Drive 334.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brussels to Baselcar 334.1 km
3h 23m
€52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Dortmund Hbftrain Tha
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Oeldetrain Re
6h 39m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Oeldetrain Re
6h 57m

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Distance: 379.7 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Basel, Germany?

You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Basel via Köln Hbf, Hamm(Westf)Hbf, and Oelde in around 4h 10m.

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