The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel St. Johann for Paris Gare de Lyon on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €107.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon trains with Omio?
TGV INOUI as well as SNCF | TGV Lyria offer trains services from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon.
Why book with Omio vs TGV INOUI?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV Lyria to find the best option for your trip from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TGV INOUI with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TGV INOUI tickets can be bought on TGV INOUI's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of SNCF | TGV Lyria to help you choose the right option for your journey from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
Trains from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€65) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€65) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 17:15 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel St. Johann and Paris Gare de Lyon from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
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