The average train between Basel and Diest takes 9h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Diest. 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 4 times a day between Basel and Diest. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Diest at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Diest? 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 Basel to Diest. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Diest station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.
Basel to Diest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Diest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Diest station.
Book your Basel to Diest train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Diest is 423.1 km. The road distance is 780 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Diest via Frankfurt and Brussels-Nord in around 8h 5m.