How to get from Basel to Neuchatel
- 80 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
3h 37m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€46
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to Neuchatel. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 37m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 80 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
80 km
Basel to Neuchatel: 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.
- 1Basel → Zurichbus
FlixBus·1h 05m - 2Zurich → Neuchateltrain
SBB·1h 33m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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 Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to Neuchatel works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Basel to Zurich, about 1h 5m. Transfer in Zurich and continue by SBB train on to Neuchatel (1h 33m). In total it's roughly €46 over 3h 37m, 1 transfer.
Basel to Neuchatel: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to Neuchatel?
The most useful route takes about 3h 37m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Basel to Neuchatel?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Basel to Neuchatel?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Neuchatel from Basel?
About 80 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to Neuchatel cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €46. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Basel to Neuchatel?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB.
Can you get from Basel to Neuchatel without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Neuchatel?
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.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, SBB
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026