Travelling from Budapest to Basel by train

Want to know how to get from Budapest to Basel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Budapest to Basel take around 11 hours and 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 861 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Budapest is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 21:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Budapest at around 05:30, with the last train leaving at around 21:40. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$71.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Basel, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Basel.

Is there a direct train from Budapest to Basel?

The journey between Budapest and Basel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Budapest to Basel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Budapest to Basel?

The Budapest to Basel train travel takes about 11 hours and 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Budapest to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Budapest at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 21:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Budapest at around 05:30, with the final departure at 21:40.