How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Basel cost?

The average train ticket price from Lyon to Basel is $122. The best way to find train tickets from Lyon to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Lyon to Basel?

A train trip between Lyon and Basel is around 3h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 180 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Lyon and Basel?

The number of trains from Lyon to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lyon to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Lyon to Basel?

When taking the train from Lyon to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with TGV inOui.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Lyon to Basel?

Trains traveling between Lyon and Basel leave from Lyon Part-Dieu or Perrache and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.

What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

Once in Basel, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are BaselCard, Zoo Basel, Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel exhibition centre, Fondation Beyeler.

Train Lyon to Basel from $107

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Next departures for Lyon to Basel on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:04pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 22m	9:26pm	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	11:38am	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 48m	3:26pm	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	12:00pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	5h 26m	5:26pm	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	1:04pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	6h 22m	7:26pm	Basel Train Station	No tags
Train	6:02pm	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	3h 24m	9:26pm	Basel Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Basel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $147	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $159	Average Duration3h 48m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $64	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Lyon

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Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport
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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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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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. TGV inOui ticket prices on this trip start at $107

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