Basel to Rheine by train

Explore Basel to Rheine by train

Thinking about travelling from Basel to Rheine by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Basel and Rheine

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €65.61, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

• Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

• Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

• Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

• Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

• Are an even greener travel option than high speed

• Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel from Basel to Rheine

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:46 and the last departure is 23:50. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:13 and the last train leaves at 23:46. On average, a total of 26 trains make this journey each day.

Travel time and distance between Basel and Rheine

The route’s fastest journey takes 6 hours and 16 minutes, covering a total of 526 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Basel to Rheine trains

Tickets for travel to Rheine along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn more about train travel from Basel to Rheine

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Basel and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Rheine city guide.