The average train between Basel and Turnhout takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Turnhout. 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 Turnhout. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Turnhout at 10:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Turnhout? 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 Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Turnhout station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Basel to Turnhout train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Turnhout train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Turnhout station.
Book your Basel to Turnhout train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Turnhout is 459.6 km. The road distance is 798 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Turnhout via Frankfurt and Brussels-Nord in around 8h 41m.