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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 85 - SFr 140 and takes 18h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Basel is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 370.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Basel. However, there are services departing from Reading 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 21m.

How far is it from Reading to Basel?

The distance between Reading and Basel is 806 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Basel without a car is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 250 - SFr 460.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Reading to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Basel bus from?

Reading to Basel bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Basel train from?

Reading to Basel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Basel?

The best way to get from Reading to Basel is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 250 - SFr 460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 140 and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Reading to Basel bus arrive?

Reading to Basel bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Basel?

Basel is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 3:48 PM in Reading and 4:48 PM in Basel.

Where does the Reading to Basel train arrive?

Reading to Basel train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Reading and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Basel. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Luxembourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Basel by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car 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 to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Basel
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basel (BSL)plane LHR - BSL
4h 52m
CHF 101–364
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Luxembourg P+R Bouillonbus
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)bus
18h 15m
CHF 88–138
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain Tgv
8h 21m
CHF 250–456
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Baselcar
9h 55m
CHF 254–327
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basel (BSL)plane LGW - BSL
5h 30m
CHF 93–262
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LHR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 16m
CHF 131–405
Train to London City Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LCY - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 28m
CHF 153–545
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LGW - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
6h 53m
CHF 128–323
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Basel (BSL)plane STN - BSL
5h 46m
CHF 110–321
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 700
3. Take the bus from Paris to Basel SBBbus
21h 50m
CHF 96–158
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Baselcar
10h 57m
CHF 139–251

Reading to Basel by bus

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Distance: 805.7 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Basel Sbb via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Luxembourg in around 18h 15m.

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