How to get from Basel to Amsterdam
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Amsterdam. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 568 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €54, on Fri, Sep 4.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
568 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €89Checked Sep 4 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €109Reading date not recorded | 10h 10m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €31Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 10h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€89Checked Sep 41h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€109Reading date not recorded10h 10m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€31Omio catalogue, Sep 910h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Amsterdam: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse → Amsterdam Schipholflight1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Basel to Amsterdam
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€83October 2026
€99Departures from Basel to Amsterdam
FlixBus runs 10 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 10 | 00:05 | 23:25 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 7 | 01:05 | 22:25 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, DB ICE; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Amsterdam works
Start with a flight from Basel to Amsterdam, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €89 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Basel to Amsterdam: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Amsterdam?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Amsterdam from Basel?
About 568 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Amsterdam cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €54 to €65. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Basel to Amsterdam?
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Basel and Amsterdam?
Basel is BSL and Amsterdam is AMS, so this route is usually written BSL to AMS.
Which operators run Basel to Amsterdam?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, DB ICE.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Amsterdam?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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