How to get from Basel to Berlin
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 Berlin. 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 689 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 €48, on Sun, Sep 6.
689 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €56Checked Sep 9 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €58Reading date not recorded | 13h 55m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €43Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 11h 05m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€56Checked Sep 91h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€58Reading date not recorded13h 55m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€43Omio catalogue, Sep 911h 05m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to Berlin: 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 → Berlin Brandenburgflight
easyJet·1h 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 Berlin
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€19Departure 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
easyJetEuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Berlin BrandenburgSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBasel-Frankfurt, Frankfurt-SpandauBook →FlixtrainFrankfurt-BerlinBook →City transitSpandau-BerlinBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, Flixtrain, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Berlin works
Start with a U2 flight from Basel to Berlin, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €56 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Basel to Berlin: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Berlin?
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 Berlin from Basel?
About 689 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Berlin cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €36 to €69. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Basel to Berlin?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Basel to Berlin?
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 Berlin?
Basel is BSL and Berlin is BER, so this route is usually written BSL to BER.
Which operators run Basel to Berlin?
On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, Flixtrain, City transit.
Can you get from Basel to Berlin without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 06m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Berlin?
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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