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Basel - Herne Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

43 trains operate daily from Basel to Herne. The train trip from Basel to Herne is usually about 6 hours and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Distance275 mi (443 km)
Fastest train4h 56m
Lowest price£45.13
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Basel to Herne?

There are 3 train lines with service from Basel to Herne. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 31 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express36h 8m£102.29
Deutsche Bahn316h 38m£88.55
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company136h 2m£83.96
  • The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Basel to Herne start from £45, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Herne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Basel leaves from Basel SBB . And in Herne trains arrive at Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 2 and 2 other train stations.

    From Basel to Herne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Herne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Basel and Herne is approximately 275 miles, or 443 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Basel to Herne. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Basel at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 43 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Herne to Basel.

City Information

Basel

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Basel is bordered by France to the west and Germany to the east, with the river Rhine running directly through the city. This culture-centric destination is known for containing Switzerland's highest concentration of museums. With over 40 museums, roughly one per square kilometre, you're guaranteed to find at least one museum that fits your interests. Of course, it's got classic art museums like the Fine Arts Museum and the Jean Tinguely Museum, but you'll write home about the niche ones like Basel Paper Mill (a museum about paper and printing) and Toys Worlds Museum.

Basel's Old Town area will give you a taste of the city's history, with its cobblestoned streets and medieval churches, as well as several beautiful fountains. In the Marktplatz, or market square, check out the bold red City Hall, as well as even more museums, these ones devoted to Basel's history.

Basel is also home to Switzerland's oldest zoo, founded in 1874. Conveniently located in the heart of Basel, the zoo lets you get up close and personal with animals from the tiniest insects to the grandest elephants. Plus, you can learn more about the zoo's conservation projects.

Basel is well-situated for easy travel to other countries due to its proximity to France and Germany, as well as its transportation options. The world's only tri-national airport, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, is only 4km from Basel. This unique airport is located on both French and Swiss territory but also serves travellers to nearby Freiburg, Germany. Basel also welcomes national and international train routes, and many European coach services stop in the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Basel?

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Main departure station: Basel SBB

Basel SBB in Switzerland is Europe's largest border station. The SBB stands for Schweizer Basel Bahnhof, which was its former name before it was completely rebuilt in 1900 with a gorgeous new exterior. More than 1,000 trains depart from here daily, including Deutsche Bahn ICE trains to cities across Germany. There are daily trains to Amsterdam, plus more to Paris and Milan, plus a few local buses and airport services. Inside the station are shops, cafes, a supermarket, and a pharmacy. Forgot your toothbrush? There's even a dentist in the building if needed!

All train stations in Basel:

  • Basel SBB

Where is the train station in Herne?

Main arrival station: Wanne-Eickel Train Station

There are more train stations and stops in Herne than most cities. Most trains from Basel will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Herne:

Train stations in Herne:

  • Wanne-Eickel Train Station

  • Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 2

  • Herne-Börnig

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