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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Basel
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€68
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€95
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 20
8
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Basel will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 8 trains from Lyon to Basel, including 8 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
7:20 AM4h25Lyon11:45 AMBasel€681One-way0 transfers
6:32 AM3h36Lyon10:08 AMBasel€701One-way0 transfers- 8:46 AM3h59Lyon12:45 PMBasel€711One-way0 transfers
4:04 PM4h04Lyon8:08 PMBasel€931One-way0 transfers- 9:38 AM4h07Lyon1:45 PMBasel€951One-way0 transfers
- 6:32 AM3h36Lyon10:08 AMBasel€701One-way0 transfers
- 8:46 AM3h59Lyon12:45 PMBasel€711One-way0 transfers
- 4:04 PM4h04Lyon8:08 PMBasel€931One-way0 transfers
- 3:04 PM4h04Lyon7:08 PMBasel€981One-way0 transfers
- 9:38 AM4h07Lyon1:45 PMBasel€951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Basel
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, while a flight costs an average of €785.
Distance: 289 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €785 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Lyon to Basel:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Basel costing on average €70.
A bus is €190 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Basel costing on average €222.
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
Flight takes on average 10h 4m.
Live departures
Lyon to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Basel trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:32 AM Lyon | 3h36 | 10:08 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:16 AM Lyon | 4h10 | 11:26 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 AM Lyon | 4h25 | 11:45 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:46 AM Lyon | 3h59 | 12:45 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:38 AM Lyon | 4h07 | 1:45 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:01 PM Lyon | 4h14 | 7:15 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:04 PM Lyon | 4h04 | 7:08 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:04 PM Lyon | 4h04 | 8:08 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Basel
France
Switzerland
Trains from Lyon to Basel run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Basel trainsSNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Basel from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
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FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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 Lyon to Basel
Most Lyon to Basel trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel St Johann. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Which Basel station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
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.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Most popular train connections from Lyon
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