What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Reading is to fly and train which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Reading is to fly and train which takes 4h 55m and costs £80 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Reading. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at Reading RailAir via Basel Euroairport FR, Luxembourg P+R Bouillon, London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Reading. However, there are services departing from Basel Sbb and arriving at Reading via Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Nord, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Basel to Reading?

The distance between Basel and Reading is 648 miles.

How do I travel from Basel to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Reading without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £110 - £470.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Reading?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Basel to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Reading bus from?

Basel to Reading bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Reading train from?

Basel to Reading train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Basel Sbb station.

Train or bus from Basel to Reading?

The best way to get from Basel to Reading is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £110 - £470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 18h 16m.

Where does the Basel to Reading bus arrive?

Basel to Reading bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Basel and Reading?

Reading is 1h behind Basel. It is currently 12:07 AM in Basel and 11:07 PM in Reading.

Where does the Basel to Reading train arrive?

Basel to Reading train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Basel to Reading - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Basel to Reading by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, car train, plane, train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel Sbb to Paris Gare De LyonTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras IntlEil
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
7h 53m
£116–469
Fly Basel to London Gatwick Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)BSL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
5h 35m
£59–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg P+R Bouillon to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
18h 16m
£74–145
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Basel to Calais-Fréthun
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone
3. Drive from Folkestone to Reading
9h 48m
Fly Basel to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)BSL - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
4h 55m
£82–285
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Paris to London Victoria700
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
21h 54m
£66–182
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Basel to Calais
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Reading
10h 46m
£156–226
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ZRH - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
6h 16m
£101–256
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London City Airport (LCY)ZRH - LCY
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
6h 24m
£135–391
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)ZRH - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
6h 50m
£93–224
Fly Basel to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Luton Airport (LTN)BSL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
5h 31m
£98–190

Basel to Reading by train and subway

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7h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 643.8 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

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

You can take a train from Basel Sbb to Reading via Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel, Brausebad to Reading RailAir via Basel EuroAirport, Abflug, Basel Euroairport FR, Luxembourg P+R Bouillon, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 18h 16m.

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