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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Reading takes 11h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 33m
Duration
675 mi
Distance
£272
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train via Paris

best
  1. Take the train from St Louis to Colmartrain train Ter
  2. Take the train from Colmar to Paris Esttrain train Tgv
  3. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  4. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain train
7h 42m
£221–411

Basel to Reading train times

Trains run twice daily between Basel and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:54 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Basel is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Colmar and take an average of 11h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 674.6 mi
  • Duration: 11h 33m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Reading, England?

You can take a train from St Louis to Reading via Colmar, Paris Est, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 7h 42m.

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