The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Basel
Cheapest price
£268
Average price
£273
Fastest journey
9 h 43 m
Average duration
13 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
748 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Basel will cost around £273 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £268.
To travel from Luton to Basel you need to make at least 3 changes.
18:5618h12Luton13:08Basel£2681One-way3 changes
10:259h43Luton20:08Basel£2771One-way3 changes
10:259h43Luton20:08Basel£2771One-way3 changes
18:5618h12Luton13:08Basel£2681One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Luton to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £194.
Distance: 748 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£329 Average Price | £95 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price |
7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 56m Average total duration 25h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Basel trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:55 Luton | 18h13 | 13:08 Basel | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Basel
Trains from Luton to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £194 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 748 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 748 km |
Average train duration 7h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £194 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 16:34 |
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FAQs: Luton to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

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