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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Basel
Cheapest price
$260
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
748 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Basel will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $260.
Of the 1 trains that leave Luton for Basel on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 748 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:31 PM7h55Luton8:26 PMBasel$2601One-way0 transfers
- 12:31 PM7h55Luton8:26 PMBasel$2601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Luton to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $260.
Distance: 464 miles (748 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$440 Average price | $128 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 56m Average total duration 25h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Basel:
A flight is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Basel costing on average $142 (€117).
A flight is $313 (€258) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Basel costing on average $440 (€363).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 12m.
Bus takes on average 25h 26m.
You'll arrive about 3h 12m sooner (7h 12m by train vs 10h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $440 (€363) compared to roughly $38 (€32) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Luton to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Basel trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:31 PM Luton | 6h55 | 8:26 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Basel
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Trains from Luton to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $260 (€214) but you can travel from only $57 (€47) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 464 miles (748 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 464 miles (748 km) |
Average train duration 7h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $260 (€214) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Basel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Basel
Most Luton to Basel trains use the London St Pancras International to Basel Markthalle station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Basel station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Basel Markthalle from Basel city centre
Basel Markthalle is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Markthalle train station facilities and services
Basel Markthalle has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Markthalle.
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