The average train between Melk and Basel takes 11h 15m and the fastest train takes 9h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Melk 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 4 times a day between Melk and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melk is at 3:01 PM which arrives into Basel at 10:52 AM. All services require a transfer at St.Poelten Hbf and take an average of 11h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Melk 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 Melk to Basel. However, there are services departing from Melk station and arriving at Basel station via Sargans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.
Melk to Basel train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from St.Poelten Hbf station.
Melk to Basel train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Basel SBB station.
Book your Melk to Basel train tickets online with ÖBB, Railjet and 2 other operators.
The distance between Melk and Basel is 583.4 km. The road distance is 827 km.
You can take a train from Melk to Basel SBB via St.Poelten Hbf and Sargans in around 10h 29m.