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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Salem and Basel. The average train journey from Salem to Basel takes 3 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 81 mi (130 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | $23.29 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Salem to Basel?
2 train services operate from Salem to Basel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 7 | 2h 59m | $46.55 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 3h 44m | $67.44 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Salem to Basel start from $67, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Basel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Salem leaves from Train Station . And in Basel trains arrive at Basel SBB .
From Salem to Basel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 44 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 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Salem to Basel tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Salem 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 8 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 Salem.
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 Salem?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Salem.
All train stations in Salem:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Basel?
Main arrival station: EuroAirport (Ausgang Schweiz)
Basel receives travelers from Salem at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Basel:
EuroAirport (Ausgang Schweiz)
Basel SBB
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