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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Tournus
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$147
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$156
Fastest journey on Sep 21
3 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
3 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 21
3
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Tournus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Tournus will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Tournus without transferring at least 2 times.
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4:34 PM3h07Basel7:41 PMTournus$1471One-way2 transfers- 12:34 PM4h04Basel4:38 PMTournus$1601One-way2 transfers
- 2:34 PM3h54Basel6:28 PMTournus$1601One-way2 transfers
- 4:34 PM3h07Basel7:41 PMTournus$1471One-way2 transfers
- 2:34 PM3h54Basel6:28 PMTournus$1601One-way2 transfers
- 12:34 PM4h04Basel4:38 PMTournus$1601One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Basel to Tournus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Tournus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $1119.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $1119 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Tournus:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Tournus costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $1080 (€883) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Tournus costing on average $1119 (€916).
Other travel options to Tournus take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 21m.
Bus takes on average 6h 33m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (2h 29m by train vs 2h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€63) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel to Tournus train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Tournus trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:34 PM Basel | 4h04 | 4:38 PM Tournus | 2 transfers | |
| 2:34 PM Basel | 3h54 | 6:28 PM Tournus | 2 transfers | |
| 4:34 PM Basel | 3h07 | 7:41 PM Tournus | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Tournus
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Tournus run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 7:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel to Tournus trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel and Tournus from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Tournus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Tournus 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 Tournus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Tournus
Most Basel to Tournus trains use the Basel SBB to Tournus station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Tournus train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Tournus leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Which Tournus station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Tournus from Tournus city centre
Tournus train station facilities and services
Tournus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Terminus, Restaurant Greuze
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tournus. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tournus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tournus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tournus: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tournus: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Premier Hotel & Spa Les Sept Fontaines, Hôtel Le Rempart, Hôtel de Greuze.
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