The average train between Basel and Knokke takes 9h 14m and the fastest train takes 7h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Knokke. 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 5 times a day between Basel and Knokke. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Knokke at 11:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 9h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Basel to Knokke? 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 Knokke. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Knokke station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.
Basel to Knokke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Knokke train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Knokke station.
Book your Basel to Knokke train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Basel and Knokke is 522.7 km. The road distance is 823 km.
You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Knokke via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 27m.