Ljubljana to Basel train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Ljubljana to Basel take around 10 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 552 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Ljubljana is scheduled to depart at around  04:43. The last departure is usually at around 22:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Ljubljana at around 05:23, with the last train leaving at around 22:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$196.50.

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 Ljubljana to Basel?

The journey between Ljubljana and Basel 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 Ljubljana to Basel?

The Ljubljana to Basel train travel takes about 10 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Ljubljana to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Ljubljana at around 04:43 and the last train leaving at around 22:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Ljubljana at around 05:23, with the final departure at 22:13.