Basel to Amsterdam by train + bus
This route from Basel to Amsterdam is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 9h 24m in total, run by FlixBus, NS Int. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 25m. The train is still the cheapest.
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The journey, step by step
- 1busBasel → Frankfurt
FlixBus - 2trainFrankfurt → Amsterdam
NS Int
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €114 | 9h 24m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €287 | 1h 25m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Basel to Amsterdam by train: common questions
How long does Basel to Amsterdam take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 9h 24m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Basel to Amsterdam?
The best price in our latest check was €114. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Basel to Amsterdam?
FlixBus, NS Int. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 25m. The train wins on price.
What Omio sells on this route
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