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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Edinburgh takes 15h 25m and the fastest train takes 10h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

15h 25m
Duration
1,027 mi
Distance
£372
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train via Strasbourg

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  1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain train Ter
  2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Esttrain train 83 / ...
  3. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  4. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
11h 47m
£309–549

Basel to Edinburgh train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Basel and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:24 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 4:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Strasbourg and take an average of 15h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Basel to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,026.6 mi
  • Duration: 15h 25m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from St Louis to Edinburgh Waverley via Strasbourg, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 11h 47m.

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