The average train between Riesa and Basel takes 7h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Riesa 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 hourly between Riesa and Basel. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Riesa is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Basel at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 7h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Riesa 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 Riesa to Basel. However, there are services departing from Riesa station and arriving at Basel station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.
Riesa to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof station.
Riesa to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
Book your Riesa to Basel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Riesa and Basel is 586.9 km. The road distance is 764 km.
You can take a train from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof to Basel Bad Bf via Leipzig Hbf and Frankfurt in around 7h 37m.