The average train between Manchester and Basel takes 10h 49m and the fastest train takes 8h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 Manchester and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 10h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Basel. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Basel station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.
Manchester to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Manchester to Basel train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Basel is 954.9 km. The road distance is 1,272 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basel Sbb via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 9h 44m.