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Solingen - Basel Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

9 trains operate daily from Solingen to Basel. The train trip from Solingen to Basel is usually about 5 hours and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 36 minutes.

Distance251 mi (403 km)
Fastest train4h 36m
Lowest price€48.82
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
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Which train should you take from Solingen to Basel?

Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Solingen to Basel. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company95h 25m€86.69
  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Solingen to Basel start from €49, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Basel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Solingen leaves from Solingen Mitte . And in Basel trains arrive at Basel SBB .

    From Solingen to Basel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Basel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 36 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Solingen and Basel is approximately 251 miles, or 403 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 36 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.

Trains departing from Solingen to Basel tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Solingen at 04:00 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 9 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 Basel to Solingen.

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 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 Solingen?

Main departure station: Solingen Mitte

There is one train station in Solingen.

All train stations in Solingen:

  • Solingen Mitte

Where is the train station in Basel?

Basel SBB -{"city":"Basel","country":"CH","postal":"4053","state":"BS","street1":"Güterstrasse 115"} - CHBSLDEDBN2-0

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Main arrival 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!

Train stations in Basel:

  • Basel SBB

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