Basel to Strasbourg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.5 miles 113.4 km · straight line
88.1 miles estimated 141.8 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
CHF 17 - CHF 21 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
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How far is Basel from Strasbourg?

The distance from Basel to Strasbourg is 70.5 miles (113.4 km) as the crow flies. Strasbourg is located N of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.1 miles, taking about 1h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Strasbourg is in France.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Strasbourg. 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 Strasbourg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min CHF 17 - CHF 21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basel & Strasbourg

Quick Facts

Basel
47.56°N, 7.59°E
Europe/Zurich
260m elevation
Strasbourg
48.57°N, 7.75°E
Europe/Paris
139m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 353.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients