Train Basel Frankfurt am Main
Book a train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Book a train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
Information about the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train
| Number routes per day | 21 |
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| Average route time | 2h 57m |
| Shortest route time | 2h 53m |
| First hour of departure | 6h 16m |
| Last hour of departure | 20h 37m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Basel to Frankfurt am Main
How much does a train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
How many trains run from Basel to Frankfurt am Main each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Frankfurt am Main?
What is the distance between Basel and Frankfurt am Main by train?
What time is the first train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
What time is the last train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Frankfurt am Main, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
Price of a Basel – Frankfurt am Main Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Basel – Frankfurt am Main
Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.
Last-minute Basel – Frankfurt am Main Train
The best way to pay less for your Basel to Frankfurt am Main train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Basel to Frankfurt am Main, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.
Direct train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main and alternative routes
Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Basel - Frankfurt am Main. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.
Which companies operate the train from Basel to Frankfurt am Main?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Basel to Frankfurt am Main by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Basel - Frankfurt am Main guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
What on-board services are available on the Basel to Frankfurt am Main train?
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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Stay connected while you travel
Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
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Enjoy the peace and quiet
To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
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Grab a bite or drink during your trip
Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
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Recharge your electronic devices
Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
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Carry your luggage with ease
Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
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Take your bicycle everywhere
Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
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Travel with your pet
Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
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Enjoy seat service in 1st class
In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
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Access Deutsche Bahn lounges
Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.
Basel to Frankfurt am Main train schedule for Sunday 18 October 2026
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| 6h 16m | 9h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 46m | 9h 40m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 16m | 11h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 9h 16m | 12h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 16m | 13h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 46m | 13h 40m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 11h 16m | 14h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 16m | 15h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 46m | 15h 40m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 16m | 16h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 16m | 17h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 46m | 17h 40m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 16m | 18h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 15m | 19h 09m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 46m | 19h 40m | 2h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 17h 16m | 20h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 16m | 21h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 46m | 21h 43m | 2h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 19h 16m | 22h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 20h 16m | 23h 09m | 2h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 20h 37m | 0h 25m | 3h 48m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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