Bayreuth to Basel train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Bayreuth to Basel take around 6 hours and 17 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 396 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bayreuth is scheduled to depart at around  05:00. The last departure is usually at around 22:27 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bayreuth at around 00:25, with the last train leaving at around 23:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 35 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €91.51.

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 Bayreuth to Basel?

The journey between Bayreuth and Basel usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Bayreuth to Basel train travel takes about 6 hours and 17 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bayreuth to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Bayreuth at around 05:00 and the last train leaving at around 22:27 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bayreuth at around 00:25, with the final departure at 23:39.