Basel to London train
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Fastest train times from Basel to London
Fastest Journey
3 h 3 m
Average
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
708 km
It's difficult to get from Basel to London without transferring at least 2 times.
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Overview: Train from Basel to London
 | Distance | 438 miles (707 km) |
 | Train frequency | 5 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | Deutsche Bahn or TGV inOui |
Trains from Basel to London cover the 438 miles (707 km) long route taking on average 6 h 6 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or TGV inOui. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Basel SBB and arrive in London Victoria.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to London trains
Find the best route from Basel to London with Omio's train partners Deutsche Bahn! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Basel to London train.
Travel Tips: Trains from Basel to London
Travel between Basel, Switzerland and London, United Kingdom by train is: Fully open.
Can I enter United Kingdom from Switzerland?
International entry status: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in United Kingdom from Basel?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in London, United Kingdom?
All travelers in United Kingdom must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask: Regional advice
The information above was last checked on 8/8/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to London from Basel as this information can change.
Return travel from United Kingdom to Switzerland is: Fully open.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Basel from London?
Entry into Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from London?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Basel, Switzerland?
The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask requirement: Regional advice
Last checked on 8/3/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Basel from London.
When taking a train from Basel, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel, Birmannsgasse. When you arrive in London, your train can arrive in train stations including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross.
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Basel SBB to London Victoria.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Basel SBB, located approximately 1.6 miles (2.5 km) from the city center of Basel. The most popular arrival train station in London, called London Victoria, is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from its city center.
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