The average train between Basel and Melk takes 12h 50m and the fastest train takes 10h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Melk. 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 Melk. The earliest departure is at 10:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Melk at 2:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Sargans and take an average of 12h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Melk? 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 Melk. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Melk station via Sargans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.
Basel to Melk train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Melk train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at St.Poelten Hbf station.
The distance between Basel and Melk is 583.4 km. The road distance is 826 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Melk via Sargans and St.Poelten Hbf in around 9h 54m.