The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Thionville
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Thionville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Thionville without transferring at least once.
6:16 PM5h08Basel11:24 PMThionvilleFind prices2 transfers
10:34 AM3h14Basel1:48 PMThionville$1301One-way1 transfer
4:34 PM6h50Basel11:24 PMThionville$1301One-way1 transfer
10:34 AM3h14Basel1:48 PMThionville$1301One-way1 transfer
6:16 PM5h08Basel11:24 PMThionvilleFind prices2 transfers
4:34 PM6h50Basel11:24 PMThionville$1301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Thionville
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Thionville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 140 miles (226 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Thionville:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Thionville costing on average $59 (€49).
Other travel options to Thionville take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
The journey is about 21m faster (3h 3m by train vs 3h 24m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 (€49) vs $66 (€54)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel to Thionville train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Thionville trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:34 AM Basel | 3h14 | 1:48 PM Thionville | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:34 PM Basel | 6h50 | 11:24 PM Thionville | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:16 PM Basel | 5h08 | 11:24 PM Thionville | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Thionville
Trains from Basel to Thionville run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 140 miles (226 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 140 miles (226 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Thionville trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Thionville from $40 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Thionville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Thionville 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 Thionville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Thionville
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Restaurant Le Titanic
- La Table de Louise
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Thionville Centre
- Tulip Inn Residence Thionville
- Hotel Kyriad Prestige Thionville
- Located in the main hall
- 84 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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