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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Basel takes 8h 18m 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 18m
Duration
1,038 km
Distance
CHF 307
Average price
3 times a day
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 21m
CHF 250–456

Reading to Basel train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Reading and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 7:46 PM which arrives into Basel at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 8h 18m. 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: 1,038.4 km
  • Duration: 8h 18m

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 21m.

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