The average train between Aberystwyth and Basel takes 14h 5m and the fastest train takes 10h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Aberystwyth and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 14h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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20h 59m • 4 changes
Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Basel. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Basel station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.
Aberystwyth to Basel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Basel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Basel train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Basel is 991.2 km. The road distance is 1,357 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Basel Sbb via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 12h 17m.