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Home<\/a> \u00bb RAILWAY NEWS<\/a> \u00bb Switzerland Joins Germany, Denmark, and Sweden for the Highly Anticipated Basel to Malm\u00f6 Night Train in 2026, Promising the Ultimate European Adventure for All! <\/p>\n

Published on
\nNovember 30, 2025<\/p>\n

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In April 2026, rail enthusiasts and sustainable travellers will get the chance to embark on an exciting overnight journey spanning four European countries. A new EuroNight sleeper train will connect Basel (Switzerland)<\/strong> with Malm\u00f6 (Sweden)<\/strong>, passing through Germany<\/strong> and Denmark<\/strong>, offering passengers an eco\u2011friendly and scenic travel option across Northern and Central Europe.<\/p>\n

This 1,400 km route, set to launch on April 15, 2026<\/strong>, will transform how travellers experience European rail travel, combining convenience, comfort, and environmental consciousness.<\/p>\n

Uniting Four Countries: A Night Train Like No Other<\/p>\n

This new EuroNight train service will run three times per week<\/strong> in each direction, allowing travellers to enjoy a seamless journey from Switzerland to Scandinavia. The trains will depart from Basel SBB<\/strong> in Switzerland, making stops in major German cities such as Frankfurt<\/strong>, Karlsruhe<\/strong>, Hamburg<\/strong>, and Freiburg<\/strong>. The route will also pass through Odense<\/strong> and Copenhagen<\/strong> in Denmark, before reaching its final destination in Malm\u00f6<\/strong>, Sweden.<\/p>\n

Passengers can expect a range of comfortable travel options, from sleeper compartments to couchettes and seated cars, making the trip suitable for both budget and luxury travellers. With 350 total seats<\/strong>, the train offers ample space for tourists heading to different parts of Europe.<\/p>\n

The Journey: Timetable and Route DetailsBasel to Malm\u00f6: Northbound Schedule<\/p>\n

The trains will leave Basel SBB<\/strong> at 17:35 (5:35 pm)<\/strong> on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays<\/strong>, reaching Malm\u00f6 Central Station<\/strong> at 09:35 am<\/strong> the following morning. This will be a direct overnight route that will take passengers through beautiful landscapes of Germany and Denmark.<\/p>\n

Malm\u00f6 to Basel: Southbound Schedule<\/p>\n

On the return leg, the trains will depart from Malm\u00f6 Central<\/strong> at 18:57 (6:57 pm)<\/strong> on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Mondays<\/strong>, arriving back at Basel SBB<\/strong> at 11:30 am<\/strong> the next day. This schedule provides a quick turnaround for passengers who want to explore both Scandinavia and Central Europe.<\/p>\n

Key stops along the way will include Hamburg<\/strong>, Frankfurt<\/strong>, and Odense<\/strong>, with a brief stop at Copenhagen Airport<\/strong> or H\u00f8je Taastrup<\/strong> station in Denmark. Although the train doesn\u2019t stop at Copenhagen Central Station<\/strong>, it remains easily accessible by S-train connections from either of these stations.<\/p>\n

Travel in Comfort: A Range of Options for Passengers<\/p>\n

The EuroNight Basel\u2013Malm\u00f6<\/strong> will provide several travel classes to suit different budgets and preferences.<\/p>\n