The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Basel
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- S$62
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- S$114
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h 12 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 15 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 31
- Distance
- 136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Basel will cost around S$114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$62.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 31 trains from Lausanne to Basel, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 51 1645 | 1645 · IR 56 1853 | 185312:04 AM 6h52 Lausanne station 6:56 AM Basel SBB S$62 1 One-way 1 change
IC 51 1645 | 1645 · IR 55 1757 | 1757 · IR 27 2456 | 245612:04 AM 6h40 Lausanne station 6:44 AM Basel SBB S$66 1 One-way 2 changes
S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · IC 6 606 | 6064:44 AM 2h45 Lausanne station 7:29 AM Basel SBB S$67 1 One-way 2 changes
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 61 10966 | 109669:40 AM 2h20 Lausanne station 12:00 PM Basel SBB S$71 1 One-way 1 change
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 61 616 | 61610:17 AM 2h12 Lausanne station 12:29 PM Basel SBB S$71 1 One-way 1 change
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 61 612 | 6128:17 AM 2h12 Lausanne station 10:29 AM Basel SBB S$84 1 One-way 1 change
IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 60 | 609:17 AM 2h12 Lausanne station 11:29 AM Basel SBB S$119 1 One-way 1 change
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 61 616 | 61610:17 AM 2h12 Lausanne station 12:29 PM Basel SBB S$71 1 One-way 1 change
IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 61 964 | 9648:40 AM 2h20 Lausanne station 11:00 AM Basel SBB S$83 1 One-way 1 change
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 61 10966 | 109669:40 AM 2h20 Lausanne station 12:00 PM Basel SBB S$71 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Basel
Trains from Lausanne to Basel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$46 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price S$46 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Lausanne to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Basel trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 51 1645 | 1645 · IR 56 1853 | 1853 | 12:04 AM Lausanne station | 6h52 | 6:56 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 51 1645 | 1645 · IR 55 1757 | 1757 · IR 27 2456 | 2456 | 12:04 AM Lausanne station | 6h40 | 6:44 AM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
R 1 24186 | 24186 · R 13 6011 | 6011 · IC 51 1607 | 1607 | 12:08 AM Lausanne station | 7h18 | 7:26 AM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · IC 6 606 | 606 | 4:44 AM Lausanne station | 2h45 | 7:29 AM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IC 5 509 | 509 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 | 5:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 7:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
9264+ 9898+ 96217 | 7:19 AM Lausanne station | 4h49 | 12:08 PM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
9264+ 9898+ 96119 | 7:19 AM Lausanne station | 5h26 | 12:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
IC 51 1613 | 1613 | 8:04 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 10:26 AM Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 61 612 | 612 | 8:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h12 | 10:29 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 8:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 10:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 56 1861 | 1861 | 8:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 10:56 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 61 964 | 964 | 8:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h20 | 11:00 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 51 1615 | 1615 | 9:04 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 11:26 AM Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 60 | 60 | 9:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h12 | 11:29 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 56 1863 | 1863 | 9:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 11:56 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 9:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 11:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 61 10966 | 10966 | 9:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h20 | 12:00 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 51 1617 | 1617 | 10:04 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 12:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 61 616 | 616 | 10:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h12 | 12:29 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 519 | 519 · IC 21 672 | 672 | 10:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 12:55 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 56 1865 | 1865 | 10:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 12:56 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 61 10106 | 10106 | 10:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h20 | 1:00 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 51 1619 | 1619 | 11:04 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 1:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
9268 · 9219 | 12:19 PM Lausanne station | 7h07 | 7:26 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
9268 · 9219+ 96138 | 12:19 PM Lausanne station | 7h24 | 7:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
9268 · 9219+ 96138 | 12:19 PM Lausanne station | 7h24 | 7:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
9270 · 9223 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 5h07 | 9:26 PM Basel SBB | 1 change | |
9270+ 96145+ 6709 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 4h31 | 8:50 PM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
9270+ 96145+ 6709 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 4h26 | 8:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
9270+ 6709+ 96145 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 4h26 | 8:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 2 changes | |
9270+ 6709+ 96145 | 4:19 PM Lausanne station | 4h31 | 8:50 PM Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lausanne and Basel
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FAQs: Lausanne to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Basel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Basel
Most Lausanne to Basel trains use the Lausanne to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel St Johann. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lausanne station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to Lausanne from Lausanne city centre
Lausanne train station facilities and services
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
Which Basel station do trains from Lausanne arrive at?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
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