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6:488h00Ostend14:48Basel£951One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ostend to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ostend to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 529 km
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£145 Average Price | £171 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 41m Average total duration Fastest 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 36m Average total duration 15h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ostend to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Ostend to Basel trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:48 Ostend | 8h00 | 14:48 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ostend to Basel
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Switzerland
Trains from Ostend to Basel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 17:16 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ostend to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ostend and Basel from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCB
FAQs: Ostend to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostend 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 Ostend and Basel
Most Ostend to Basel trains use the Oostende to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel St Johann. Use this guide to compare Ostend and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ostend station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to Oostende from Ostend city centre
Oostende is 1 km from Ostend city centre. Public transport options include:
Oostende train station facilities and services
Oostende has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lobster, Bistro Mathilda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oostende. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oostende. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oostende: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oostende: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oostende: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bero, Andromeda Hotel, Hotel Mercure Oostende.
Which Basel station do trains from Ostend arrive at?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
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