The average train between Basel and Kempten (Allgäu) takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Kempten (Allgäu). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Kempten (Allgäu). The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 6:33 PM which arrives into Kempten (Allgäu) at 11:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Zürich HB and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Basel to Kempten (Allgäu)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Kempten (Allgäu). However, there are services departing from Basel SBB station and arriving at Kempten station via Zürich HB station and Bregenz station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Basel to Kempten (Allgäu) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Kempten (Allgäu) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kempten station.
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The distance between Basel and Kempten (Allgäu) is 206.2 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Kempten via Zürich HB, Bregenz, and Lindau-Insel in around 5h 57m.