The average train between Santander and Basel takes 26h 27m and the fastest train takes 24h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander 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 twice daily between Santander and Basel. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 26h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Santander 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 Santander to Basel. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Basel station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 27m.
Santander to Basel train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Basel train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Basel Sbb station.
The distance between Santander and Basel is 995.2 km. The road distance is 1,541 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Basel Sbb via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Quai de la Gare, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 17h 37m.