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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Westminster is to bus via Paris which costs £35 - £90 and takes 21h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Westminster is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Westminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Westminster. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at London Victoria via Basel Euroairport FR and Luxembourg P+R Bouillon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Westminster?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Westminster. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at London St Pancras Intl via Strasbourg Bahnhof and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Basel to Westminster?

The distance between Basel and Westminster is 468 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Westminster without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 7h 16m and costs £130 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Basel to Westminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Westminster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Westminster train from?

Basel to Westminster train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to Westminster?

The best way to get from Basel to Westminster is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can train via Strasbourg, which costs £130 - £330 and takes 7h 16m, you could also bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 16h 17m.

Where does the Basel to Westminster bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Basel and Westminster?

Westminster is 1h behind Basel. It is currently 5:11 AM in Basel and 4:11 AM in Westminster.

Where does the Basel to Westminster train arrive?

Basel to Westminster train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Westminster?

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Basel to Westminster - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Basel to Westminster by plane, train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, 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.

Fly Basel to London Heathrow Airport
best
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane BSL - LHR
4h 12m
£73–262
Bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3635
2. Take the bus from Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop to London Victoriabus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3728 / ...
21h 45m
£39–86
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Esttrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
7h 16m
£135–325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillonbus N831
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg P+R Bouillon to London Victoriabus RegioJet 10
16h 17m
£45–89
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Basel to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Westminstercar
9h 26m
Fly Basel to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BSL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4h 24m
£51–164
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London City Airport (LCY)plane ZRH - LCY
5h 33m
£99–279
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ZRH - LHR
5h 32m
£91–230
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane ZRH - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
5h 43m
£79–212
Fly Basel to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BSL - STN
4h 54m
£56–143
Train
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Paris Esttrain 39556 / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
9h 51m
£154–353
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Basel to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Westminstercar
10h 28m
£140–213

Basel to Westminster by train and foot

32Weekly Services

7h 16mAverage Duration

£135Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

British Airways, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Basel (BSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from St Louis to London St Pancras Intl via Strasbourg, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, and Paris Nord in around 7h 16m.

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