Leiden to Basel train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Leiden to Basel take around 6 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 560 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leiden is scheduled to depart at around  00:45. The last departure is usually at around 23:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leiden at around 00:22, with the last train leaving at around 23:53. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$123.00.

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 Leiden to Basel?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leiden to Basel every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The Leiden to Basel train travel takes about 6 hours and 55 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leiden to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Leiden at around 00:45 and the last train leaving at around 23:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leiden at around 00:22, with the final departure at 23:53.