The average train between Bristol and Basel takes 9h 44m and the fastest train takes 7h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Basel. 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 Bristol and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 9h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Basel? 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 Bristol to Basel. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Basel station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.
Bristol to Basel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Basel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Bristol to Basel train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Basel is 851.5 km. The road distance is 1,170 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Basel Sbb via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 9h 17m.