The average train between Hertford and Basel takes 8h 50m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Hertford 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 4 hours between Hertford and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Hertford is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Basel at 3:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Finsbury Park and take an average of 8h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Hertford 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 Hertford to Basel. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Basel station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.
Hertford to Basel train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Hertford to Basel train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Hertford to Basel train tickets online with Great Northern, Thameslink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Hertford and Basel is 724 km. The road distance is 1,008 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Basel Sbb via Finsbury Park, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Châtelet, Gare de Lyon, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 27m.