The average train between Basel and Forbach takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Forbach. 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 Forbach. The earliest departure is at 10:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Forbach at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Strasbourg and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Forbach? 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 Forbach. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Forbach station via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Basel to Forbach train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.
Basel to Forbach train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Forbach station.
Book your Basel to Forbach train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Basel and Forbach is 188.1 km. The road distance is 348 km.
You can take a train from St Louis to Forbach via Strasbourg and Metz Ville in around 3h 29m.