✓ Top Deals ✓ Compare all buses ✓ The One Simple Search

How to get from Dortmund to Basel

Compare Trains, Buses, Carpool and Flights with one click and find the best one for you
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

What is the best way to travel from Dortmund to Basel?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Basel from Dortmund. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 10m
£21
£27
3
Train
5h 1m
£17
£25
142
Car
5h 40m
£30
£30
1
Flight
5h 25m
£46
£100
8

What is the cheapest way to reach Basel from Dortmund?

You can get to Basel with just £17 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £29
tomorrow
from £24
Monday
from £24
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday
Thursday
from £17
Friday
from £26

    Cheapest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 13m
    0
    04:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    11:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 12m
    0
    11:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    17:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 13m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    19:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    14:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • Wizz Air
    11h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £86
  • Wizz Air
    23h 5m
    0
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £96
  • Wizz Air
    19h 50m
    0
    17:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    13:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £98

    Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 0m
    0
    04:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    11:36
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    06:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    12:45
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 50m
    0
    02:45
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    08:35
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    14:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Wizz Air
    14h 10m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £54
  • LC Perú
    24h 15m
    0
    14:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £63
  • Pegasus Airlines
    23h 25m
    0
    12:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    11:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £74

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LC Perú
    7h 45m
    0
    08:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:25
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £47
  • LC Perú
    18h 45m
    0
    20:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £54
  • Pegasus Airlines
    22h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    11:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £193

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    11:50
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Wizz Air
    28h 10m
    0
    09:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    13:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £54
  • LC Perú
    31h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £60
  • Pegasus Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    11:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £83

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 51m
    0
    01:45
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    09:36
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    04:06
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    09:36
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 1m
    0
    05:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    10:37
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    02:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    07:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 55m
    0
    14:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    05:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    13:20
    Dortmund
    19:00
    Basel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £30
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Wizz Air
    14h 10m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £46
  • LC Perú
    8h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    17:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £47
  • LC Perú
    24h 15m
    0
    14:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £51

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    07:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

What are the fastest trips from Dortmund to Basel?

You can get to Basel from Dortmund in just 5h 1m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 6h 12m
tomorrow
from 5h 1m
Monday
from 5h 25m
Tuesday
from 10h 50m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 5h 1m
Friday
from 10h 20m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 12m
    0
    11:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    17:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 9m
    0
    06:39
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    13:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 13m
    0
    04:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    11:48
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    14:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Fastest Flights today

  • Wizz Air
    11h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £86
  • Wizz Air
    19h 50m
    0
    17:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    13:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £98
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    11:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £131

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 1m
    0
    05:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    10:37
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 50m
    0
    02:45
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    08:35
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    06:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    12:45
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Buzz
    5h 40m
    0
    09:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    14:40
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £138
  • Wizz Air
    5h 55m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    22:45
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £109
  • Wizz Air
    14h 10m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £54
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    14:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    00:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    5h 25m
    0
    07:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    12:25
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £482
  • LC Perú
    7h 45m
    0
    08:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    16:25
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £47
  • LC Perú
    18h 45m
    0
    20:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £54
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    03:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    11:50
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Wizz Air
    19h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:35
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £90
  • Pegasus Airlines
    22h 55m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    11:55
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £83
  • Pegasus Airlines
    26h 30m
    0
    13:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    15:30
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £84

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 1m
    0
    05:36
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    10:37
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    04:06
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    09:36
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    12:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    19:36
    Basel
    Badischer Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    13:20
    Dortmund
    19:00
    Basel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £30
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Wizz Air
    6h 15m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    23:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £56
  • LC Perú
    8h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    17:05
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £47
  • Wizz Air
    14h 10m
    0
    16:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    07:00
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    Basel Mulhouse Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £46
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    07:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    02:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 55m
    0
    14:55
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    05:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    21:15
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    07:35
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    01:00
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    15:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dortmund to Basel

What are the most popular stations in Dortmund and Basel?

In Dortmund, you will usually depart from Central Station, West Train Station or Asseln Mitte Train Station, while in Basel you will be arriving at Badischer Train Station, Central Station or Markthalle Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Basel from Dortmund? With 9 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Car and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dortmund and Basel, you can pay as low as £17 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Basel in just 5h 1m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dortmund and Basel are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and Wizz Air, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dortmund and Basel is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Dortmund Airport or to Birsfelden, and look at flights from Dortmund Airport, and landing at Basel Mulhouse Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dortmund to Basel?

The most popular companies between Dortmund and Basel, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and Wizz Air. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, LC Perú and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Dortmund to Basel

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dortmund to Basel. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dortmund to Basel

How can I reach Basel from Dortmund?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Bus, Car and Flight, with which you can get to Basel from Dortmund.

How far is Basel from Dortmund?

The distance between Dortmund and Basel is 438.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dortmund and Basel?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 75 kgs, and a flight 108 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dortmund to Basel?

You can get to Basel with just £17 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Basel?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Basel in just 5h 1m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Dortmund and to Basel

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dortmund and to Basel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To show you the best bus deals, we and our partners use technical, analytical, and marketing cookies for ads personalisation. We remember your anonymized details to provide a personalized experience.