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Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £108. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £108, and a train costs an average of £555.
Distance: 1229 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£579 Average Price | £261 Average Price | £168 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 5m Average total duration 17h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 27m Average total duration 33h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Basel
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Trains from Glasgow to Basel run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £555 but you can travel from only £108 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 1229 km distance in 12h 42m.
Distance 1229 km |
Average train duration 17h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £555 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 42m |
First train 07:09 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Basel trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Basel from £108. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Basel
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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