The average train between Carlisle and Basel takes 13h 32m and the fastest train takes 9h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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 5 times a day between Carlisle and Basel. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Basel at 2:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 13h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Basel. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Basel station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.
Carlisle to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Carlisle to Basel train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Basel is 1,093.7 km. The road distance is 1,510 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Basel Sbb via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris l'Est, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 11h 35m.