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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Angoulême
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
605 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Angoulême is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Angoulême will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Angoulême every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 605 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
11:206h07
Basel17:27Angoulême
£1121One-way
0 changes
14:345h52
Basel20:26Angoulême
£1281One-way
0 changes
14:345h52
Basel20:26Angoulême
£1281One-way
0 changes
11:206h07
Basel17:27Angoulême
£1121One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Angoulême
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Angoulême among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 605 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£113 Average Price | £98 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Basel to Angoulême train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:57
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:20 Basel | 6h07 | 17:27 Angoulême | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:34 Basel | 5h52 | 20:26 Angoulême | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Angoulême
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Angoulême run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £54
Distance 605 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 22:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £54
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel to Angoulême trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel and Angoulême from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 52m
Cheapest Price
£100
TGV INOUI frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
SNCF | TGV Lyria
About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 52m
Cheapest Price
£128
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Basel to Angoulême train
FAQs: Travel by train from Basel to Angoulême 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 Basel to Angoulême.
To get from Basel to Angoulême, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Basel to Angoulême in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Basel to Angoulême can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £100, while the average price tends to be around £113.
The cheapest way to get from Basel to Angoulême is by coach, costing approximately £54.
The train station in Basel that goes to Angoulême is Basel SBB, and it arrives at Gare d'Angoulême.
Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Angoulême.
The train distance from Basel to Angoulême is 605 km.
The train journey from Basel to Angoulême covers a distance of 605 km and takes approximately 5h 52m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Basel to Angoulême leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Basel to Angoulême departs at 22:15.
Trains from Basel to Angoulême run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Basel to Angoulême.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basel to Angoulême.
There is no night train service from Basel to Angoulême.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Angoulême
Basel
Angoulême
The major train station for departures in Basel is Basel Bad Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basel Bad Bhf for your trip from Basel to Angoulême.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
Dining
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 330 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
Public transport options for Basel Bad Bhf
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
Public transport options for Basel SBB
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Basel St Johann
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingThe major train station for arrivals in Angoulême is Angoulême. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Angoulême for your journey to Angoulême from Basel.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Avenue Gambetta.
Dining
- Le Terminus
- La Cantine
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Mercure Angoulême Hôtel de France
- Hôtel Saint Gelais
- Hôtel Le Palma
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 40 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
Public transport options for Angoulême
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and TGV services
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