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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$177
Fastest journey
12 h 37 m
Average duration
12 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
966 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB will cost around $177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB without transferring at least once.
EC 395 · ICE 771 · ICE 20310:11AM12h44
Copenhagen Central Station10:55PMBasel SBB
$1561One-way
2 transfers
EC 395 · ICE 117110:11AM12h53
Copenhagen Central Station11:04PMBasel SBB
$1561One-way
1 transfer
IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 · ICE 117109:57AM13h07
Copenhagen Central Station11:04PMBasel SBB
$1711One-way
3 transfers
EC 393 · ICE 579 · ICE 20108:11AM12h37
Copenhagen Central Station08:48PMBasel SBB
$2021One-way
2 transfers
EC 393 · ICE 7908:11AM12h44
Copenhagen Central Station08:55PMBasel SBB
$2021One-way
1 transfer
EC 393 · ICE 579 · ICE 20108:11AM12h37
Copenhagen Central Station08:48PMBasel SBB
$2021One-way
2 transfers
EC 395 · ICE 771 · ICE 20310:11AM12h44
Copenhagen Central Station10:55PMBasel SBB
$1561One-way
2 transfers
EC 393 · ICE 7908:11AM12h44
Copenhagen Central Station08:55PMBasel SBB
$2021One-way
1 transfer
EC 395 · ICE 117110:11AM12h53
Copenhagen Central Station11:04PMBasel SBB
$1561One-way
1 transfer
IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 · ICE 117109:57AM13h07
Copenhagen Central Station11:04PMBasel SBB
$1711One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €141 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest |
13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 39m Average total duration 24h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:07 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 393 · ICE 579 · ICE 201 | On time 7:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h37 | 7:48 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
| EC 393 · ICE 79 | On time 7:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h44 | 7:55 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 · ICE 1171 | 8:57 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h07 | 10:04 PM Basel SBB | 3 transfers | |
| EC 395 · ICE 771 · ICE 203 | On time 9:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h44 | 9:55 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
| EC 395 · ICE 1171 | On time 9:11 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h53 | 10:04 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB
Denmark
Switzerland
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $65 (€53)
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average train duration 13h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12h 26m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 15:44 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB start from as low as $73 (€60) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $121 (€99) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $65 (€53)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Basel SBB from $65 (€53). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 26m
Cheapest Price
$73 (€60)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from København Hovedb. to Basel SBB is not feasible as the journey takes 12h 26m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 600 miles (966 km).
Train ticket prices from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $73 (€60), while the average price is around $121 (€99).
The distance by train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB is 600 miles (966 km).
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB is by bus, with a cost of around $65 (€53).
The train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB takes 12h 26m and runs 5 per day.
The last train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB leaves at 3:44 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB.
The first train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB leaves at 4:22 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB.
Yes, the train journey from København Hovedb. to Basel SBB is scenic, as it passes through diverse landscapes including the charming countryside of Denmark, the coastline along the Øresund Strait, and the picturesque regions of southern Germany and Switzerland, offering views of rolling hills, forests, and quaint villages.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen Central Station to Basel SBB
Copenhagen
Basel
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is København Hovedb.. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at København Hovedb. for your trip from Copenhagen to Basel.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transit options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
The major train station for arrivals in Basel is Basel SBB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel SBB for your journey to Basel from Copenhagen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
Public transit options for Basel SBB
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
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