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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€93
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
15
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 €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon without transferring at least once.
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92347:15 PM3h29Basel St. Johann10:44 PMParis Gare de Lyon€371One-way1 transfer- 96127+92264:15 PM3h23Basel St. Johann7:38 PMParis Gare de Lyon€421One-way1 transfer
- 96128+
67085:13 PM3h29Basel St. Johann8:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€561One-way1 transfer - 96112+670410:43 AM4h29Basel St. Johann3:12 PMParis Gare de Lyon€621One-way1 transfer
- 96121+92221:45 PM3h53Basel St. Johann5:38 PMParis Gare de Lyon€741One-way1 transfer
96127+92264:15 PM3h23Basel St. Johann7:38 PMParis Gare de Lyon€1251One-way1 transfer- 96127+92264:15 PM3h23Basel St. Johann7:38 PMParis Gare de Lyon€421One-way1 transfer
- 96108+92068:13 AM3h25Basel St. Johann11:38 AMParis Gare de Lyon€1461One-way1 transfer
- 96108+92068:13 AM3h25Basel St. Johann11:38 AMParis Gare de Lyon€1461One-way1 transfer
- 96128+67085:13 PM3h29Basel St. Johann8:42 PMParis Gare de Lyon€561One-way1 transfer
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 €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €147.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €203 Average price | €91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average €91.
A bus is €159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average €203.
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 48m.
Flight takes on average 6h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1h 57m sooner (3h 21m by train vs 5h 18m by car). Tickets start at around €91 compared to roughly €91 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96104+6702 | 7:13 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h29 | 10:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96108+9206 | On time 8:13 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h25 | 11:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96112+6704 | 10:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 4h29 | 3:12 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96117+9218 | 11:45 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h53 | 3:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96121+9222 | 1:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h53 | 5:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96127+9226 | 4:15 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h23 | 7:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96128+6708 | 5:13 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h29 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 96139+9234 | 7:15 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h29 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon
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France
Trains from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 17:13. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 5:13 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel St. Johann and Paris Gare de Lyon from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Most Basel St. Johann to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Basel SBB to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel St. Johann and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Paris Gare de Lyon from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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