The average train between Basel and Lier takes 8h 55m and the fastest train takes 7h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Lier. 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 Lier. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Lier at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 8h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Lier? 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 Lier. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Lier station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.
Basel to Lier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Lier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Basel to Lier train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Lier is 452.9 km. The road distance is 761 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Lierre via Frankfurt and Brussels-Nord in around 8h 3m.