What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station is to train which costs SFr 30 - SFr 140 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 330.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Basel SBB Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz Hbf and arriving at Basel SBB. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

The distance between Mainz and Basel SBB Station is 323 km. The road distance is 327.8 km.

How do I travel from Mainz to Basel SBB Station without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 140.

How long does it take to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Basel SBB Station train from?

Mainz to Basel SBB Station train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or fly from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

The best way to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 330 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Mainz to Basel SBB Station train arrive?

Mainz to Basel SBB Station train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Basel SBB Station is 328 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Mainz to Basel SBB Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Mainz to Basel SBB Station?

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Where can I stay near Basel SBB Station?

There are 1340+ hotels available in Basel SBB Station.

Mainz to Basel SBB Station - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Mainz to Basel SBB Station by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
3h 20m
CHF 33–138
Drive 327.8 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Basel SBB Stationcar 327.8 km
2h 44m
CHF 55–80
Fly to Basel
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2h 40m
CHF 115–329
Train via Mainz, Römisches Theater
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
3h 56m
CHF 37–137
Train #2
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Basel SBBtrain Nightjet
4h 38m
CHF 35–130
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Wissembourg, Bahnhoftrain Ex
2. Take the train from Wissembourg to Strasbourgtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
5h 13m
CHF 56–92
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
3h 50m
CHF 121–266

Mainz to Basel SBB Station by train

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Distance: 323.3 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Basel SBB Station, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, Lufthansa and Air Dolomiti fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL) 4 times a day.

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