The average train between Chemnitz and Basel takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 7h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Chemnitz 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 every 3 hours between Chemnitz and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chemnitz is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Basel at 11:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz to Basel. However, there are services departing from Chemnitz station and arriving at Basel station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Chemnitz to Basel train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Chemnitz to Basel train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
Book your Chemnitz to Basel train tickets online with Transdev GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Chemnitz and Basel is 532.9 km. The road distance is 778 km.
You can take a train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf via Leipzig Hbf and Frankfurt in around 8h 6m.