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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 11 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Basel SBB on Tue, Jul 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 412 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.
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961455:18 PM3h32Paris Gare de Lyon8:50 PMBasel SBB$911One-way1 transfer- 6703+962199:22 AM3h46Paris Gare de Lyon1:08 PMBasel SBB$1051One-way1 transfer
- 6705+9622111:18 AM3h50Paris Gare de Lyon3:08 PMBasel SBB$1121One-way1 transfer
921312:22 PM3h04Paris Gare de Lyon3:26 PMBasel SBB$1481One-way0 transfers- 92152:22 PM3h13Paris Gare de Lyon5:35 PMBasel SBB$1481One-way0 transfers
- 921110:22 AM3h01Paris Gare de Lyon1:23 PMBasel SBB$1761One-way0 transfers
- 92236:22 PM3h04Paris Gare de Lyon9:26 PMBasel SBB$1671One-way0 transfers
- 92194:22 PM3h04Paris Gare de Lyon7:26 PMBasel SBB$1761One-way0 transfers
- 92037:22 AM3h04Paris Gare de Lyon10:26 AMBasel SBB$2301One-way0 transfers
- 921312:22 PM3h04Paris Gare de Lyon3:26 PMBasel SBB$1481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $193 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 56m 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB:
A bus is $89 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB costing on average $149 (€123).
A bus is $195 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB costing on average $255 (€209).
Other travel options to Basel SBB take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Bus takes on average 6h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (4h 25m by train vs 5h 56m by car) and roughly $43 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($149 (€123) vs $193 (€158)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9203 | 7:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 10:26 AM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9261+12188+96217 | 7:56 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h12 | 12:08 PM Basel SBB | 2 transfers | |
| 6703+96219 | 9:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h46 | 1:08 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| 9211 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h01 | 1:23 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9213 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 3:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9215 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h13 | 5:35 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9219 | 4:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 7:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6709+96145 | 5:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h32 | 8:50 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
| 9223 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 9:26 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6711+96241 | 6:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h46 | 10:38 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
France
Switzerland
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Basel SBB from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB 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 SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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