The average train between Cambridge and Basel takes 9h 39m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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 3 times a day between Cambridge and Basel. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 9h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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14h 44m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Basel. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Basel station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.
Cambridge to Basel train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Basel train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Cambridge to Basel train tickets online with Great Northern, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and Basel is 742.2 km. The road distance is 1,066 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Basel Sbb via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 57m.