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Basel - Aalen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 28 daily train trips available from Basel to Aalen. Traveling by train from Basel to Aalen usually takes 5 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 43 minutes.

Distance145 mi (234 km)
Fastest train3h 43m
Lowest price$33.21
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Basel to Aalen?

There are 3 train lines with service from Basel to Aalen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 28 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express94h 35m$63.75
Deutsche Bahn285h 33m$63.10
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company64h 32m$83.00
  • 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 Aalen start from $60, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Aalen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Basel leaves from Basel SBB and one other station. And in Aalen trains arrive at Hofen(b Aalen) and 3 other train stations.

    From Basel to Aalen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aalen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 43 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Aalen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Basel to Aalen. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Basel and Aalen is approximately 145 miles, or 234 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 43 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Basel to Aalen on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Basel at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 28 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 Aalen 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 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 Basel?

Main departure station: EuroAirport (Ausgang Schweiz)

There are two stations in Basel where you can board the train to Aalen.

All train stations in Basel:

  • EuroAirport (Ausgang Schweiz)

  • Basel SBB

Where is the train station in Aalen?

Main arrival station: Wasseralfingen

There are more train stations and stops in Aalen than most cities. Most trains from Basel will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Aalen:

All train stations in Aalen:

  • Wasseralfingen

  • Unterkochen

  • Goldshöfe

  • Hofen(b Aalen)

  • Train Station

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