--- title: "Trains from Basel to Berlin | EveryRail" description: "Direct daytime trains take under 7.5 hours from Basel SBB to Berlin; an ÖBB Nightjet also runs directly every evening." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/basel-to-berlin/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Switzerland]()Basel to Berlin by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Switzerland]()Basel to Berlin by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Basel to Berlin by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Berlin]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last reviewed October 2026 # Basel to Berlin by train Direct daytime trains take under 7.5 hours from Basel SBB to Berlin; an ÖBB Nightjet also runs directly every evening. Origin [Basel]() Destination [Berlin]() Main stations Basel SBB to Berlin Hbf Countries [Switzerland](), [Germany]() From [Basel]() SBB, direct daytime trains reach [Berlin]() in under 7.5 hours, and an ÖBB Nightjet leaves each evening for an overnight arrival. ## Direct daytime trains Direct daytime connections from Basel SBB to Berlin take under 7.5 hours. The ICE is the daytime choice when you want a same-day arrival; exact departure times depend on the date and selected train. A direct departure avoids a change across the long Swiss-German journey. A connecting itinerary can take longer and use different stations, so its station sequence matters before booking. ## The direct Nightjet A direct night train runs every evening from Basel SBB to Berlin, and the service is an ÖBB Nightjet. Nightjet travel requires a valid reservation included when the ticket is booked. Choose a seat, couchette or sleeper according to how much sleep matters; the accommodation is part of the reservation. The Nightjet avoids a full daytime journey and arrives in Berlin the following morning. It suits travellers who would rather use the night for the long distance, while a daytime ICE is easier if you need to arrive in time for an afternoon appointment. ## Basel station choice For this route, depart from Basel SBB. Basel Bad Bf is a separate German-side station and may appear in German connections; it is not an interchangeable label. A ticket from Basel Bad Bf changes the starting point and may require a local transfer. Basel SBB is the main Swiss station for this route. Follow the full station name on the ticket and platform signs, especially if you are connecting from another Swiss train. ## Fares and booking Basel-origin fares vary by date, train and Nightjet accommodation, so the amount shown for your selected Basel SBB departure is the relevant fare. For the Nightjet, reserve the accommodation you actually want rather than relying on a pass or a general rail ticket alone. A seat, couchette and sleeper create different overnight experiences and are not interchangeable when one category has sold out. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Rail Europe Rail Europe is a leading travel tech company specializing in European train bookings for over 15,000 travel professionals worldwide. - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Train service - [Deutsche Bahn]() Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany's national railway, running ICE, IC and regional trains with Flexpreis, Sparpreis and Super Sparpreis fares. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() - [ÖBB]() ÖBB is Austria's national railway, with Railjet high-speed and Nightjet sleeper services plus regional trains across Austria and neighbouring countries. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Berlin [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Berlin**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a direct train from Basel to Berlin? Yes. Direct daytime connections from Basel SBB to Berlin take under 7.5 hours, and a direct Nightjet runs every evening. ### How long does the train from Basel to Berlin take? Direct Basel SBB to Berlin connections take under 7.5 hours in the daytime. The Nightjet travels overnight instead. ### Which Basel station does the Berlin train use? Use Basel SBB for the direct daytime and Nightjet services to Berlin. Basel Bad Bf is a separate German-side station and is not an interchangeable departure point. ### How often does the Basel to Berlin Nightjet run? A direct night train runs every evening from Basel SBB to Berlin. Daytime direct connections follow the date-specific timetable. ### How much does the Basel to Berlin train cost? Basel-origin fares vary by date, train and Nightjet accommodation, so the price for your selected Basel SBB departure is the relevant fare. ### Do I need a reservation for the Basel to Berlin Nightjet? Yes. A valid Nightjet reservation is required and included when the ticket is booked. Select the seat, couchette or sleeper category you want. ## More routes [![Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at night]()Amsterdam to Berlin by trainDirect ICE trains connect Amsterdam Centraal and Berlin Hbf in around 5 hours 42 minutes, with six daily departures. Advance fares start at €37.99.]()[![Gare du Nord train station in Paris]()Basel to Paris by trainTravel from Basel to Paris by train with TGV Lyria's direct service, in around 3 hours from Basel SBB to Paris Gare de Lyon.]()[![Amsterdam canal houses and houseboats illuminated at night]()Berlin to Amsterdam by trainDirect ICE trains take about 5 hours 42 minutes to 6 hours from Berlin to Amsterdam, with DB advance fares from €37.99 and GoVolta promotional tickets from €10.]()[![Temple of the Sacred Heart on Tibidabo hill in Barcelona at sunset]()Berlin to Barcelona by trainBerlin to Barcelona has no direct train. Via Paris, fastest trips take about 17 hours and typical trips 21 to 22 hours, changing from Paris Est to Gare de Lyon.]()[![Cityscape of Basel, Switzerland]()Berlin to Basel by trainDirect daytime ICE trains can take about 7 hours from Berlin Hbf to Basel SBB; slower options may require changes or an overnight connection.]()[![Panoramic aerial view of Bologna's old town and surrounding hills]()Berlin to Bologna by trainThere are no direct Berlin to Bologna trains; journeys take about 11 to 15 hours via Munich, with fares from EUR27.]()[![Deutsche Bahn ICE trains beneath the glass roof of Berlin Hauptbahnhof]()Berlin to Brussels by trainDaytime trains take about 7 to 8 hours with a change, usually in Cologne; European Sleeper runs direct overnight from Berlin Hbf six times a week.]()[![Cologne skyline and Rhine River]()Berlin to Cologne by trainBerlin to Cologne takes 3 hours 43 minutes on the fastest direct ICE; most trips take 4 to 5 hours, with around 35 daily trains from DB and FlixTrain.]() ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://everyrail.com/_astro/everyrail-logomark-2026.VJ4vNX1T.webp", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization-logo-1" }, "sameAs": [ "https://www.instagram.com/everyrailtravel/", "https://www.facebook.com/everyrail", "https://www.threads.com/@everyrailtravel" ] }, { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#website", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "publisher": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization" }, "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/basel-to-berlin/#webpage", "name": "Trains from Basel to Berlin | EveryRail", "description": "Train travel information for Basel to Berlin. 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