Basel to Maastricht: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243 miles 391.1 km · straight line
303.8 miles estimated 488.9 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
CHF 59 - CHF 72 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Basel from Maastricht?

The distance from Basel to Maastricht is 243 miles (391.1 km) as the crow flies. Maastricht is located NNW of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.8 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Maastricht is in Netherlands.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Maastricht. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Basel to Maastricht

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min CHF 59 - CHF 72 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basel & Maastricht

Quick Facts

Basel
47.56°N, 7.59°E
Europe/Zurich
260m elevation
Maastricht
50.85°N, 5.69°E
Europe/Amsterdam
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients