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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Basel takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

8h 21m
Duration
1,039 km
Distance
CHF 315
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain train
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain train Tgv
8h 22m
CHF 250–452

Reading to Basel train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Reading and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 7:13 PM which arrives into Basel at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Reading to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,038.6 km
  • Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Reading to Basel Sbb via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 22m.

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