The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
It's difficult to get from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe without transferring at least once.
9226+
75914:34 PM5h09Basel SBB9:43 PMLille-Europe$1681One-way1 transfer
9206+
75698:25 AM5h23Basel SBB1:48 PMLille-Europe$1991One-way1 transfer
96228+
98943:11 PM5h06Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2261One-way1 transfer
ICE 374+
87444+
98948:16 AM12h01Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2351One-way2 transfers
ICE 74+
87430+
98948:46 AM11h31Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2351One-way2 transfers
96228+
98943:11 PM5h06Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2261One-way1 transfer
9226+
75914:34 PM5h09Basel SBB9:43 PMLille-Europe$1681One-way1 transfer
9206+
75698:25 AM5h23Basel SBB1:48 PMLille-Europe$1991One-way1 transfer
ICE 200 · 17110+
87434+
98949:16 AM11h01Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2371One-way3 transfers
ICE 200 · 17110+
87438+
98949:16 AM11h01Basel SBB8:17 PMLille-Europe$2371One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel SBB to Lille-Europe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a train costs an average of $124.
Distance: 295 miles (475 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe:
A bus is $136 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe costing on average $204 (€165).
Other travel options to Lille-Europe take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 12m.
You'll arrive about 1h 42m sooner (4h 22m by train vs 6h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $204 (€165) compared to roughly $132 (€107) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel SBB to Lille-Europe train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel SBB to Lille-Europe trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9226+ 7591 | 4:34 PM Basel SBB | 5h09 | 9:43 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
ICE 374+ 9532 · 9894 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 12h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374+ 87444+ 9894 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 12h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374+ 87424+ 9894 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 12h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
9206+ 7569 | 8:25 AM Basel SBB | 5h23 | 1:48 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 74+ 87430+ 9894 | 8:46 AM Basel SBB | 11h31 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 74+ 87424+ 9894 | 8:46 AM Basel SBB | 11h31 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 74+ 87444+ 9894 | 8:46 AM Basel SBB | 11h31 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87434+ 9894 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87438+ 9894 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87432+ 9894 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h01 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
96228+ 9894 | 3:11 PM Basel SBB | 5h06 | 8:17 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe
Trains from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 (€100) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 15:34. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€100) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 7:21 AM |
Last train 3:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel SBB and Lille-Europe from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TGV
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe 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 Lille-Europe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel SBB to Lille-Europe
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
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