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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Manchester
Cheapest price
£478
Average price
£478
Fastest journey
7 h 49 m
Average duration
9 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
955 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Manchester will cost around £478 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £478.
To travel from Basel to Manchester you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £478.
Distance: 955 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£478 Average Price | £136 Average Price | £118 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 7m Average total duration 31h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Manchester trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Basel | 8h35 | 19:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 13:30 Basel | 10h05 | 23:35 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 17:30 Basel | 20h19 | 13:49 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 19:30 Basel | 19h35 | 15:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Manchester
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Trains from Basel to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £478 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 12:31. The fastest train covers the 955 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 955 km |
Average train duration 12h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £478 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 25m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 12:31 |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Basel to Manchester trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Basel and Manchester from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Basel to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Manchester
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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