The average train between Basel and Marl takes 6h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Marl. 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 Marl. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:25 PM which arrives into Marl at 5:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Basel to Marl. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Marl station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.
Basel to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
The distance between Basel and Marl is 457 km. The road distance is 606 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–250 and the journey takes 4h 33m.