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Cheap train tickets from Leuven to Basel

Showing times and prices for May 31

Cheapest

€76

Average

€92

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Deutsche Bahn

04:58PM7h01

Leuven

11:59PMBasel

€761One-way

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

08:26PM13h28

Leuven

09:54AMBasel

€1081One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Leuven to Basel

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 31

Deutsche Bahn

04:58PM7h01

Leuven

11:59PMBasel

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

08:26PM13h28

Leuven

09:54AMBasel

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Leuven to Basel

Showing times and prices for May 31

Fastest Journey

7 h 1 m

Average

10 h 14 m

Trains per day

Distance

424 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Leuven for Basel every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn

04:58PM7h01

Leuven

11:59PMBasel

€761One-way

0 transfers

Deutsche Bahn

08:26PM13h28

Leuven

09:54AMBasel

€1081One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Leuven to Basel

	Distance	263 miles (424 km)
	Average train duration	9 h 56 min
	Average train ticket price	$89 (€78)
	Train frequency	1 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Deutsche Bahn or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Trains from Leuven to Basel cover the 263 miles (424 km) long journey taking on average 9 h 56 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB). Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $89 (€78), but the average price of train tickets is $89 (€78). Travelers depart most frequently from Leuven and arrive in Basel SBB.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and SNCB from Leuven to Basel trains

For as little as $89 (€78) you can travel by train between Leuven and Basel with Deutsche Bahn and SNCB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

SNCB

Deutsche Bahn

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train from Leuven to Basel.

SNCB from Leuven to Basel train information:

Average Duration: 8 h 25 min
SNCB frequency: 1 a day

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train to Basel from Leuven. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Cheapest Price: $89

FAQs: Trains from Leuven to Basel

FAQs: Travel by train from Leuven to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leuven to Basel.

Cheap train tickets from Leuven to Basel can start from as little as $89 (€78) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leuven to Basel is $89 (€78); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leuven to Basel train travel time is 9 h 56 min for the 263 mile (424 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leuven to Basel leaves at 12: 03 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leuven to Basel leaves at 8: 26 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Leuven to Basel which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Leuven to Basel, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) for the best way to get you to Basel. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Leuven and Basel and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 26 PM.

When departing from Leuven, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Leuven and ZONE LEUVEN. When arriving in Basel, you can end your route in train stations like Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel, Birmannsgasse.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leuven, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Basel SBB, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Leuven to Basel is November.

However, you have options as you can travel from Leuven to Basel 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Leuven

Basel

Leuven is the most popular Leuven railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Leuven for your trip to Basel.

Leuven

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Address

Martelarenplein 16, 3000 Leuven, Belgium

ZONE LEUVEN Parking

Amenities at station

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Address

Martelarenplein 16, 3000 Leuven, Belgium

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