The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Le Mans
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 36 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 $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Le Mans on Sat, Dec 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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 and train 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 €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €90.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€119 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 29m Average total duration 14h 59m 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 tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:34 PM Basel | 5h36 | 8:10 PM Le Mans | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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TGV INOUI operates all train services from Basel to Le Mans. Omio is the only official third party seller for TGV INOUI tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Le Mans.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Le Mans
Trains from Basel to Le Mans run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€90) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€90) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 02:50 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Basel to Le Mans trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and Le Mans from $35 (€28). 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 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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