The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Le Mans
Cheapest price
$272
Average price
$272
Fastest journey
14 h 57 m
Average duration
14 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Le Mans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Le Mans will cost around $272 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $272.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Le Mans without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Le Mans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$171 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Le Mans train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Le Mans trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:34 PM Basel | 14h57 | 10:31 AM Le Mans | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Le Mans
Trains from Basel to Le Mans run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 02:50 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Le Mans trainsTGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Le Mans from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Le Mans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Le Mans 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 Le Mans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Le Mans
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access is available via Rue de la Gare.
- L'Un des Sens
- Le Grenier à Sel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Mercure Le Mans Centre
- Ibis Le Mans Centre
- Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-8 for national services
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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