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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Calais
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Calais will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Calais every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 561 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 57 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.
13:115h57Basel19:08Calais£841One-way0 changes
14:345h41Basel20:15Calais£1301One-way0 changes- 14:115h57Basel20:08Calais£1331One-way0 changes
- 14:345h41Basel20:15Calais£1301One-way0 changes
- 14:115h57Basel20:08Calais£1331One-way0 changes
- 13:115h57Basel19:08Calais£841One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 561 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£168 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 47m Average total duration 20h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Calais train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Calais trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 10:54 Basel | 7h12 | 18:06 Calais | 4 changes | |
| 10:54 Basel | 8h39 | 19:33 Calais | 2 changes | |
| 14:54 Basel | 7h28 | 22:22 Calais | 2 changes | |
| 16:54 Basel | 17h32 | 10:26 Calais | 2 changes | |
| 19:24 Basel | 15h07 | 10:31 Calais | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Calais by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Calais
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Trains from Basel to Calais run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £61 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 17:17. The fastest train covers the 561 km distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 561 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 17:17 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Basel to Calais trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Basel and Calais from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Basel to Calais train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Calais
Most Basel to Calais trains use the Basel SBB to Calais - Fréthun station pair, with some services arriving at Calais Ville. Use this guide to compare Basel and Calais train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Calais leave from?
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.
Which Calais station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Calais - Fréthun from Calais city centre
Calais - Fréthun is 6 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais - Fréthun train station facilities and services
Calais - Fréthun 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: Le Channel, Restaurant du Golf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais - Fréthun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais - Fréthun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais - Fréthun: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel Meurice, Hotel de la Plage.
Getting to Calais Ville from Calais city centre
Calais Ville train station facilities and services
Calais Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Channel, Au Cote d'Argent
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Meurice, Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel de la Plage.
Getting to Les Fontinettes from Calais city centre
Les Fontinettes is 1 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Les Fontinettes train station facilities and services
Les Fontinettes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Les Fontinettes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Les Fontinettes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Les Fontinettes: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Les Fontinettes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Fontinettes.
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