How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Basel?

The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Basel start from R 1 862. The average price for this train route is around R 2 136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lyon to Basel?

The average train journey time from Lyon to Basel is 3h 48m, covering a distance of 288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 24m and is operated by TGV inOui .

Which train operators serve the Lyon to Basel route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lyon to Basel?

The earliest train from Lyon to Basel departs at 11:38. And the latest train departs at 18:02.

Train Lyon to Basel from R 1 862

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lyon to Basel on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:04	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 22m	21:26	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	11:38	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 48m	15:26	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	12:00	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	5h 26m	17:26	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	13:04	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	6h 22m	19:26	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	18:02	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 24m	21:26	Basel Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Basel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 434, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

290 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 500 - R 2 570	Average duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 862 - R 2 781	Average duration3h 48m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 434 - R 1 108	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Lyon and Basel?

Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train Companies

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

Based on 53 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. TGV inOui ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 862

CH train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Basel by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Basel start from R 1 862. The average price for this train route is around R 2 136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lyon to Basel?
The average train journey time from Lyon to Basel is 3h 48m, covering a distance of 288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 24m and is operated by TGV inOui.
Which train operators serve the Lyon to Basel route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lyon to Basel?
The earliest train from Lyon to Basel departs at 11:38. And the latest train departs at 18:02.