The average train between Glasgow and Basel takes 13h 31m and the fastest train takes 10h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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 4 times a day between Glasgow and Basel. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Basel at 3:26 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 13h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Basel. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Basel station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.
Glasgow to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Basel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
Book your Glasgow to Basel train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Glasgow and Basel is 1,228.6 km. The road distance is 1,619 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Basel Sbb via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 12h 18m.