The average train between Maastricht and Basel takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Maastricht 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 Maastricht and Basel. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maastricht is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Basel at 10:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Aachen Hbf and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 55m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Basel. However, there are services departing from Maastricht station and arriving at Basel station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Maastricht to Basel train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Maastricht station.
Maastricht to Basel train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Basel SBB station.
Book your Maastricht to Basel train tickets online with Arriva NL, National Express and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Maastricht and Basel is 390.6 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Maastricht to Basel SBB via Aachen Hbf and Köln Hbf in around 5h 56m.