The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Rouen
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Rouen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rouen will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Rouen on Sat, Dec 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 521 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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, train, and flight for Basel to Rouen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €107.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €198 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Rouen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rouen trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:19 PM Basel | 5h47 | 7:06 PM Rouen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Basel | 5h49 | 9:02 PM Rouen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Rouen
Trains from Basel to Rouen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 18:55 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Basel to Rouen trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and Rouen from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Rouen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rouen 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 Rouen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Rouen
- 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, 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
- 5:30 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 via Rue Verte.
- Restaurant Gill
- La Couronne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite Pasteur
- Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale Hotel
- Hotel de Bourgtheroulde
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Le Havre, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
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