Basel to Leeds train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Basel to Leeds by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Basel to Leeds take around 9 hours and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 946 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  00:53. The last departure is usually at around 23:38 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 06:06, with the last train leaving at around 23:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 36 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £704.05.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leeds, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leeds.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Leeds?

The journey between Basel and Leeds usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to Leeds?

The Basel to Leeds train travel takes about 9 hours and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Leeds train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leeds leaving Basel at around 00:53 and the last train leaving at around 23:38 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 06:06, with the final departure at 23:13.