The average train between Canterbury and Basel takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Canterbury to Basel. 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 Canterbury and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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14h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Canterbury to Basel? 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 Canterbury to Basel. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West station and arriving at Basel Sbb station via London St Pancras Intl station and Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.
Canterbury to Basel train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Basel train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
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The distance between Canterbury and Basel is 625.5 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Basel Sbb via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 24m.