How to travel from Dijon to Basel

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Compare train and bus for Dijon to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dijon to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $71.

Distance: 120 miles (194 km)

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$71

Average price

$32

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Cheapest

$127

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2h 23m

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1h 53m

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5h 20m

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30m

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2h 53m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Dijon to Basel

Compare the available ways to get from Dijon to Basel, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dijon to Basel is a bus with an average price of $32.

This is compared to other travel options from Dijon to Basel:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dijon to Basel costing on average $71.

The fastest way to travel from Dijon to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dijon and Basel including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dijon to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 0m faster (1h 53m by train vs 2h 53m by car) and roughly $56 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($71 vs $127). 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.

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from Dijon to Basel

How to get from Dijon to Basel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Dijon to Basel is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9211
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6711+TER96241
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6709+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118796145
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6709+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118796145
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7664 · 4740
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dijon to Basel

Travel to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dijon to Basel.

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There are 2 options to travel between Dijon and Basel including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Dijon to Basel is a bus with an average price of $32.

This is compared to other travel options from Dijon to Basel:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dijon to Basel costing on average $71.

The fastest way to travel from Dijon to Basel is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 20m.

The distance from Dijon to Basel is approximately 120 miles (194 km).
The average frequency per day from Dijon to Basel is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dijon and Basel as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dijon to Basel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dijon station and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dijon, Gare Routière and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dijon to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Basel by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Basel by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dijon to Basel with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV Lyria.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dijon to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Zurich, Strasbourg, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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