The average train between Basel and Genk takes 9h 42m and the fastest train takes 7h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Genk. 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 5 times a day between Basel and Genk. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Genk at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Genk? 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 Genk. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Genk station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.
Basel to Genk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Genk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Genk station.
Book your Basel to Genk train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Genk is 407.5 km. The road distance is 707 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Genk via Frankfurt, Liège-Guillemins, and Landen in around 8h 24m.