The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Basel
Cheapest price
£484
Average price
£489
Fastest journey
20 h 23 m
Average duration
21 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Basel will cost around £489 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £484.
To travel from Glasgow to Basel you need to make at least 4 changes.
13:4523h23Glasgow13:08Basel£4841One-way4 changes
23:4520h23Glasgow20:08Basel£4931One-way4 changes
23:4520h23Glasgow20:08Basel£4931One-way4 changes
13:4523h23Glasgow13:08Basel£4841One-way4 changes
Travel Information
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 £94. 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 £94, and a train costs an average of £484.
Distance: 1229 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£488 Average Price | £265 Average Price | £128 Average Price Cheapest |
22h 28m Average total duration 21h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 47m Average total duration 33h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Basel trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:45 Glasgow | 23h23 | 13:08 Basel | 4 changes | |
![]() | 23:45 Glasgow | 20h23 | 20:08 Basel | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Basel
Trains from Glasgow to Basel run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £484 but you can travel from only £94 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 1229 km distance in 20h 23m.
Distance 1229 km |
Average train duration 21h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £484 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 20h 23m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 22:40 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Basel trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Basel from £94. 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
- 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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