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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Offenburg to Basel. The train trip from Offenburg to Basel is usually about one hour and 11 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 65 mi (105 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 11m |
| Lowest price | €7.01 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Offenburg to Basel?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Offenburg to Basel. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 1h 11m | €7.01 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Basel from Offenburg. The train usually departs from Train Station in Offenburg and arrives at Badischer Schwarzwaldallee in Basel after about 1 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Offenburg to Basel tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Offenburg at 18:00 and arrives in Basel about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Basel with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Basel to Offenburg.
City Information
Basel
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Image credit: Unsplash
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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 kilometer, 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 travelers to nearby Freiburg, Germany. Basel also welcomes national and international train routes, and many European bus services stop in the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Offenburg?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Offenburg.
All train stations in Offenburg:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Basel?
Main arrival station: Badischer Schwarzwaldallee
Basel has one train station.
Train stations in Basel:
Badischer Schwarzwaldallee
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