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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Nancy
Showing times and prices for Dec 04
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
161 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Nancy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Nancy will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Basel to Nancy without transferring at least once.
96126 · 96232 · 83503004:39PM3h09
Basel SBB07:48PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
2 transfers
96236 · 83503205:51PM2h53
Basel SBB08:44PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96230 · 83502803:51PM2h53
Basel SBB06:44PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96116 · 96256 · 83502412:39PM3h11
Basel SBB03:50PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
2 transfers
96218 · 83501809:21AM3h26
Basel SBB12:47PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96266+
83917202:51PM2h52
Basel SBB05:43PMNancy Ville
$861One-way
1 transfer
96236 · 83503205:51PM2h53
Basel SBB08:44PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96230 · 83502803:51PM2h53
Basel SBB06:44PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96216 · 83501608:51AM2h56
Basel SBB11:47AMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
96264 · 83502010:51AM2h56
Basel SBB01:47PMNancy Ville
$731One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Nancy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€37 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Nancy train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Nancy trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:36 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96108 · 96216 · 835016 | On time 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 3h39 | 10:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96108 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 5h39 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96108 · 96218 · 835018 | On time 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 4h39 | 11:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96214 · 96216 · 835016 | On time 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h26 | 10:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96214 · 96218 · 835018 | On time 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 4h26 | 11:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96214 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 5h26 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96110 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 7:39 AM Basel SBB | 7h11 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96110 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 7:39 AM Basel SBB | 5h08 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96110 · 96218 · 835018 | On time 7:39 AM Basel SBB | 4h08 | 11:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96216 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 7:51 AM Basel SBB | 6h59 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96216 · 835016 | On time 7:51 AM Basel SBB | 2h56 | 10:47 AM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96216 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 7:51 AM Basel SBB | 4h56 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96216 · 96218 · 835018 | On time 7:51 AM Basel SBB | 3h56 | 11:47 AM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96146 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 8:08 AM Basel SBB | 4h39 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96146 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 8:08 AM Basel SBB | 6h42 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96146 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 8:08 AM Basel SBB | 7h39 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96218 · 96264 · 835020 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 4h26 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96218 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 7h26 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96218 · 835018 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h26 | 11:47 AM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96218 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h29 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96112 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 9:39 AM Basel SBB | 6h08 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96112 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 9:39 AM Basel SBB | 8h05 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96112 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 9:39 AM Basel SBB | 5h11 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96264 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 9:51 AM Basel SBB | 4h59 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96264 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 9:51 AM Basel SBB | 5h56 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96264 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 9:51 AM Basel SBB | 7h53 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96264 · 835020 | On time 9:51 AM Basel SBB | 2h56 | 12:47 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96222 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 10:21 AM Basel SBB | 4h29 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96222 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 10:21 AM Basel SBB | 7h23 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96222 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 10:21 AM Basel SBB | 5h26 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96114 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 10:38 AM Basel SBB | 7h06 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96114 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 10:38 AM Basel SBB | 4h12 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96114 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 10:38 AM Basel SBB | 5h09 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96254 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 10:51 AM Basel SBB | 4h56 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96254 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 10:51 AM Basel SBB | 3h59 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96254 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 10:51 AM Basel SBB | 6h53 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96224 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 11:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h29 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96224 · 96230 · 835028 | On time 11:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h23 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96224+5454 · 2509 | On time 11:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h23 | 2:44 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96224 · 835024 | On time 11:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h29 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96224 · 832356 · 835026 | On time 11:21 AM Basel SBB | 4h26 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96116 · 96256 · 835024 | On time 11:39 AM Basel SBB | 3h11 | 2:50 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96282 · 835026 | On time 12:21 PM Basel SBB | 3h26 | 3:47 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96266+839172 | On time 1:51 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 4:43 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96230 · 835028 | On time 2:51 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 5:44 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96262 · 835030 | On time 3:21 PM Basel SBB | 3h27 | 6:48 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 96126 · 96232 · 835030 | On time 3:39 PM Basel SBB | 3h09 | 6:48 PM Nancy Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 96236 · 835032 | On time 4:51 PM Basel SBB | 2h53 | 7:44 PM Nancy Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Nancy
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Nancy run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $28 (€22)
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 20:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $28 (€22)
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Basel to Nancy trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Basel and Nancy from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a "Bistro TGV INOUI" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€30)
TGV INOUI frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
SNCF TER
About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
$61 (€49)
SNCF TER frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Nancy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Nancy 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 Nancy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Nancy, allowing time to visit its renowned Place Stanislas, museums, and Art Nouveau architecture.
Train ticket prices from Basel to Nancy can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $28 (€23), while the average price is around $46 (€37).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Basel to Nancy.
The cheapest way to get from Basel to Nancy is by bus, with a cost of around $28 (€22).
A day trip from Basel to Nancy is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 41m. Trains run 12 times per day over a distance of 100 miles (161 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Nancy.
The train from Basel to Nancy takes 2h 41m and runs 12 per day.
The train station in Basel that goes to Nancy is Basel SBB, which connects to Nancy Ville.
The train journey from Basel to Nancy offers scenic views of the picturesque Alsace region, with its charming villages, rolling vineyards, and glimpses of the Vosges Mountains.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Basel to Nancy.
The distance by train from Basel to Nancy is 100 miles (161 km).
The first train from Basel to Nancy leaves at 5:21 AM.
The last train from Basel to Nancy leaves at 8:25 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Basel to Nancy.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Nancy
Basel
Nancy
The major train station for departures in Basel is Basel SBB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel SBB for your trip from Basel to Nancy.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Basel SBB
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Basel St Johann
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingThe major train station for arrivals in Nancy is Nancy Ville. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nancy Ville for your journey to Nancy from Basel.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:40 - 18:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 18:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
Dining
- Lor'n Food
- PAUL
- Selecta
Accessibility
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Hotel
- KOSY Appart'Hôtels Nancy - Coeur de Ville
- ibis Nancy Centre Gare et Congrès
- Hôtel Mercure Nancy Centre Gare
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 06:40 - 18:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 18:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 18:00
Information Desk
- Located at the Hall République between the two automatic doors leading to platform 1.
Public transit options for Nancy Ville
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Grand Est, Intercités
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