What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Brussels?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Brussels is to rideshare which costs €44 - €47 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Brussels is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €110 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) and arriving at Brussels - Midi Train Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Brussels?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Brussels. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via Colmar and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Basel to Brussels?

The distance between Basel and Brussels is 881 km. The road distance is 531.3 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Brussels without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €160 - €370.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Brussels?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Basel to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Brussels bus from?

Basel to Brussels bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Brussels train from?

Basel to Brussels train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Brussels?

The best way to get from Basel to Brussels is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €160 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €310 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Basel to Brussels bus arrive?

Basel to Brussels bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where does the Basel to Brussels train arrive?

Basel to Brussels train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Colmar station.

Can I drive from Basel to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Brussels is 531 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Basel to Brussels.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Brussels?

Book your Basel to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Brussels?

Book your Basel to Brussels bus tickets online with Omio, 12go.asia and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1700+ hotels available in Brussels.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Brussels - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Basel to Brussels by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Louis to Colmartrain Ter
2. Take the train from Colmar to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
5h 36m
€163–361
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Brusselsrideshare 530.7 km
6h 5m
€44–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 55m
€45–80
Fly Basel to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BSL - BRU
5h 38m
€105–308
Drive 531.3 km
1. Drive from Basel to Brusselscar 531.3 km
5h 29m
€102–148
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane ZRH - BRU
4h 57m
€119–278
Fly Basel to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BSL - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
5h 48m
€178–424
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genève-Aéroporttrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane GVA - BRU
6h 55m
€139–337

Basel to Brussels by train and foot

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 881.1 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Brussels, Belgium?

You can take a train from St Louis to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via Colmar, Paris Est, and Paris Nord in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Brussels - Midi Train Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 7h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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