The average train between Gießen and Basel takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Gießen 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 hourly between Gießen and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gießen is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Basel at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 55m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gießen 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 Gießen to Basel. However, there are services departing from Gießen Bahnhof station and arriving at Basel Bad Bf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Gießen to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.
Gießen to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
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The distance between Gießen and Basel is 346.2 km. The road distance is 386 km.
You can take a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Basel Bad Bf via Frankfurt in around 4h 30m.