Explore Basel to Sheffield by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Basel to Sheffield aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost from Basel to Sheffield

Ready to book tickets from Basel to Sheffield? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Basel and Sheffield typically run US$255.50.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Basel to Sheffield

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Basel to Sheffield:

  • 00:46 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:13 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 03:45 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:16 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 35 minutes from Basel toward Sheffield.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 17 trains serving this route each day.

Basel to Sheffield distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 911 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 9 hours and 17 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Basel and Sheffield?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Maximising your travels to Sheffield

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Sheffield.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Basel to Sheffield by train?

The train route from Basel to Sheffield covers 911 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Basel to Sheffield?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$255.50. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Basel to Sheffield train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Basel to Sheffield by train?

The fastest journey time is 9 hours and 17 minutes.