The average train between Basel and Genk takes 11h 7m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. 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 3 times a day between Basel and Genk. 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 Genk at 3:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 11h 7m. 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 Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.
Basel to Genk train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Genk train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Maastricht station.
Book your Basel to Genk train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Genk is 407.5 km. The road distance is 636 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Genk Shopping Center perron 1 via Koeln Hbf, Aachen Hbf, Maastricht, and Maastricht Station perron D in around 7h 17m.