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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Angoulême
Cheapest price
$257
Average price
$257
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Angoulême is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Angoulême will cost around $257 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $257.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Angoulême without transferring at least once.
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10:30 AM8h49Basel7:19 PMAngoulême$2571One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 AM8h49Basel7:19 PMAngoulême$2571One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Angoulême
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Angoulême among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $167.
Distance: 375 miles (605 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$224 Average price | $111 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price | $156 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 58m Average total duration 20h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Angoulême:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Angoulême costing on average $148 (€121).
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Angoulême costing on average $224 (€183).
Other travel options to Angoulême take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Bus takes on average 20h 28m.
You'll arrive about 1h 58m sooner (5h 12m by train vs 7h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $224 (€183) compared to roughly $156 (€128) 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 to Angoulême train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Angoulême trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM Basel | 8h36 | 7:06 PM Angoulême | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Angoulême
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Angoulême run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€137) but you can travel from only $63 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 375 miles (605 km) distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 375 miles (605 km) |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€137) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 6:17 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Basel to Angoulême trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Basel and Angoulême from $63 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Angoulême
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Angoulême 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 Angoulême, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Angoulême
Most Basel to Angoulême trains use the Basel SBB to Angoulême station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Angoulême train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Angoulême leave from?
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.
Which Angoulême station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Angoulême from Angoulême city centre
Angoulême is 1 km from Angoulême city centre. Public transport options include:
Angoulême train station facilities and services
Angoulême 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: Le Terminus, La Cantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Angoulême. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Angoulême. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Angoulême: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Angoulême: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Angoulême: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Angoulême Hôtel de France, Hôtel Saint Gelais, Hôtel Le Palma.
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