The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Grenoble
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Grenoble will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Grenoble every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Grenoble
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 299 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £226 Average Price |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Grenoble train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Grenoble trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:19 Basel | 5h20 | 10:39 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:44 Basel | 5h55 | 16:39 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:43 Basel | 5h56 | 17:39 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:43 Basel | 5h57 | 19:40 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:34 Basel | 6h05 | 20:39 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Basel to Grenoble by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
27 Nov
28 Nov
29 Nov
30 Nov
01 Dec
02 Dec
03 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Grenoble
Trains from Basel to Grenoble run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 19:34 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Basel to Grenoble trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Basel and Grenoble from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
SNCF TER
FAQs: Basel to Grenoble train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Grenoble
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday, closed on May 1st
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week with 214 spaces available. Access via Rue Emile Gueymard.
- Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Restaurant L'Inattendu
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Europole
- Novotel Grenoble Centre
- Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and international destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Pierre Sémard.
- Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Le Petit Bouche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Residhotel Central Gare
- ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Hotel Europole
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
Most popular train connections from Basel
More options for your journey from Basel to Grenoble
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

