Distance from Basel to Bern
Basel → Bern
68 km
≈ 42 miles · 37 nautical miles
BaselBern
35 min
Flight (if direct)
59 min
Driving time (est.)
south
Direction (189°)
0 h
Time difference
About this route
Basel and Bern sit 68 km apart, a classic regional journey. That is roughly 42 miles measured in a straight line between the two city centres.
The geographic midpoint of the route lies near Tinglev, Denmark.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 68 km / 42 mi / 37 nmi |
| Estimated road distance | 89 km / 55 mi |
| Estimated flight time | 35 min — if a direct flight operates (805 km/h cruise) |
| Estimated driving time | 59 min (90 km/h average) |
| Initial bearing | 189° — south |
| Geographic midpoint | Near Tinglev, Denmark |
| Time difference | Same time zone offset (UTC+01:00 → UTC+01:00) |
| Basel coordinates | 47.5547, 7.5906 |
| Bern coordinates | 46.9481, 7.4474 |
Flight and driving times are estimates. A direct flight may not be available between Basel and Bern — actual travel can require connections, and road routes are longer than the straight line.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Bern from Basel?
Bern is 68 km (42 miles) from Basel measured as a straight line (great-circle distance). The estimated road distance is about 89 km (55 mi).
How long is the flight from Basel to Bern?
If a direct flight operates between Basel and Bern, it would take approximately 35 min, based on an average cruising speed of 805 km/h (500 mph) plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Note that a direct flight may not be available on this route — actual travel may require a connecting flight or another mode of transport.
What is the time difference between Basel and Bern?
Bern has the same time zone offset. Basel uses UTC+01:00 and Bern uses UTC+01:00.
What is the halfway point between Basel and Bern?
The geographic midpoint between Basel and Bern is near Tinglev, Denmark, roughly 34 km from each city.
In which direction is Bern from Basel?
Bern lies to the south of Basel, at an initial bearing of 189°.