Gießen to Basel train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Gießen to Basel take around 3 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 346 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gießen is scheduled to depart at around  00:08. The last departure is usually at around 20:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gießen at around 00:08, with the last train leaving at around 20:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 42 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$107.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Basel, 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 Basel.

Is there a direct train from Gießen to Basel?

The journey between Gießen and Basel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Gießen to Basel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Gießen to Basel train travel takes about 3 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gießen to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Gießen at around 00:08 and the last train leaving at around 20:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gießen at around 00:08, with the final departure at 20:54.