The average train between Trier and Basel takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier 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 Trier and Basel. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Trier is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Saarbruecken Hbf and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 37m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Trier 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 Trier to Basel. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Basel Sbb station via Saarbrücken Hbf station and Strasbourg station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Trier to Basel train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Basel Sbb station.
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The distance between Trier and Basel is 254.1 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Basel Sbb via Saarbruecken Hbf, Sarreguemines, and Strasbourg in around 5h 19m.