How to get from Basel to London
- 710 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 35m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Basel to London. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 710 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 14, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
710 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €122Checked Oct 14 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €142Older observation | 7h 25m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €69Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 21h 53m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€122Checked Oct 141h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€142Older observation7h 25m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€69Omio catalogue, Oct 2021h 53m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Basel to London: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse → London Gatwickflight
easyJet·1h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
easyJetEuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-London GatwickSee live options and dates →
SNCFBasel-ParisBook →
EurostarParis-LondonBook →
FlixBusBasel Euroairport FR-Brussels-North, Brussels-North-C4T All4Trucks, C4T All4Trucks-London Victoria CoachBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, SNCF, Eurostar, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Basel to London works
Start with a easyJet flight from Basel to London, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €122 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Basel to London: common questions
How long does it take to get from Basel to London?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is London from Basel?
About 710 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Basel to London cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €122. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Basel to London?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Basel to London?
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Basel and London?
Basel is BSL and London is LGW, so this route is usually written BSL to LGW.
Which operators run Basel to London?
On this route you travel with easyJet, SNCF, Eurostar, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to London?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: easyJet
Route calculated: 14 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 14 Oct 2026