The average train between Linz and Basel takes 9h 9m and the fastest train takes 8h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz 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 3 hours between Linz and Basel. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Basel at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 and take an average of 9h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz 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 Linz to Basel. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Basel station via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.
Linz to Basel train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Basel train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
Book your Linz to Basel train tickets online with WESTbahn Gmbh, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Basel is 506.8 km. The road distance is 856 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Basel Bad Bf via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 33m.