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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Dax
Cheapest price
$366
Average price
$366
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
795 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Dax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Dax will cost around $366 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $366.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Dax without transferring at least 2 times.
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10:30 AM11h05Basel9:35 PMDax$3661One-way2 transfers
- 10:30 AM11h05Basel9:35 PMDax$3661One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Dax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Dax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a flight costs an average of $332.
Distance: 493 miles (795 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$304 Average price | $459 Average price | $137 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 31m Average total duration Fastest 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 2m Average total duration 33h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Dax:
A bus is $167 (€137) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Dax costing on average $304 (€249).
A bus is $322 (€264) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Dax costing on average $459 (€376).
Other travel options to Dax take longer:
Flight takes on average 12h 10m.
Bus takes on average 33h 32m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (9h 1m by train vs 9h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $304 (€249) compared to roughly $215 (€176) 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 Dax train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Dax trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:21 PM Basel | 13h17 | 4:38 AM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Dax
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Dax run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $176 (€145) but you can travel from only $137 (€112) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 493 miles (795 km) distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 493 miles (795 km) |
Average train duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€145) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 13m |
First train 6:55 AM |
Last train 9:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Basel to Dax trainsSNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Basel and Dax from $137 (€112). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Dax
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Dax 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 Dax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Dax
Most Basel to Dax trains use the Basel SBB to Gare de Dax station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Dax train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Dax 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.
Which Dax station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Gare de Dax from Dax city centre
Gare de Dax is 1 km from Dax city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Dax train station facilities and services
Gare de Dax 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 Bistrot de la Gare, La Cuisine à Domicile
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Dax. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Dax. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Dax: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Dax: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Dax: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Miradour, Le Richelieu, Hôtel de Jouvence.
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