What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 130 and takes 18h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 290.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Basel, Brausebad via London Victoria, Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon and Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Basel Sbb via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Basel is 727 km.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel without a car is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 470.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train, bus or fly from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 470 and takes 8h 9m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 130 and takes 18h 4m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

What is the time difference between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Basel?

Basel is 1h ahead of Heathrow Terminal 5. It is currently 11:48 AM in Heathrow Terminal 5 and 12:48 PM in Basel.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel?

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel by plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 London Heathrow Airport to Basel
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basel (BSL)LHR - BSL
3h 58m
CHF 69–287
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basel (BSL)LGW - BSL
4h 50m
CHF 46–185
Train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel SbbTgv
8h 9m
CHF 134–470
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Luxembourg P+R BouillonRegioJet 10
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Basel Euroairport FRN837 / ...
18h 4m
CHF 48–121
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Basel
9h 26m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LHR - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 22m
CHF 90–311
Train to London City Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LCY - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
6h 23m
CHF 133–393
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LGW - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
6h 19m
CHF 72–249
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)BlaBlaCar Bus
21h 16m
CHF 55–176
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Basel
10h 27m
CHF 157–239

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel by foot, train, and subway

41Weekly Services

8h 9mAverage Duration

CHF 134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 726.9 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Basel, Switzerland?

British Airways, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basel (BSL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Basel Sbb via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 9m.

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