The average train between Basel and Kessel takes 6h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Kessel. 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 every 4 hours between Basel and Kessel. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Kessel at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 6h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Kessel? 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 Kessel. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Kessel station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.
Basel to Kessel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Kessel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Venlo station.
The distance between Basel and Kessel is 429.3 km. The road distance is 597 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Reuver via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Düsseldorf Hbf, and Venlo in around 6h 38m.