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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Basel
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Basel will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 8 trains that leave Lausanne for Basel on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
IC 51 1613 | 1613IC 903 | 903 · IC 61 612 | 612IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 61 964 | 964IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 21 668 | 668IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 56 1861 | 1861IC 903 | 903 · IC 61 612 | 612IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 61 964 | 964IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 21 668 | 668IC 51 1613 | 1613IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 56 1861 | 1861
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lausanne to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€61 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Lausanne to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Basel trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 51 1613 | 1613 | 7:04 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 9:26 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 903 | 903 · IC 61 612 | 612 | 7:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h12 | 9:29 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 7:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 9:55 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 56 1861 | 1861 | 7:34 AM Lausanne station | 2h22 | 9:56 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 61 964 | 964 | 7:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h20 | 10:00 AM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
 9268 · 9219 | On time 11:19 AM Lausanne station | 7h07 | 6:26 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
9270+ 6709+ 96239 | On time 3:19 PM Lausanne station | 4h49 | 8:08 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
| 9270 · 9223 | On time 3:19 PM Lausanne station | 5h07 | 8:26 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 6:04 AM Lausanne | 2h30 | 8:34 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:17 AM Lausanne | 2h17 | 8:34 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 AM Lausanne | 2h21 | 9:01 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Basel
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Trains from Lausanne to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Basel from $20 (€16). 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 Lausanne to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Basel
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 Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
AccessibilityAccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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