The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Lisbon
Cheapest price
£318
Average price
£318
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 18 m
Average duration
1 d 21 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1669 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Lisbon will cost around £318 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £318.
To travel from Basel to Lisbon you need to make at least 6 changes.
19:3445h18Basel16:52Lisbon£3181One-way6 changes
19:3445h18Basel16:52Lisbon£3181One-way6 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Lisbon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £309.
Distance: 1669 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£316 Average Price | £155 Average Price | £117 Average Price Cheapest |
45h 48m Average total duration 45h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 14m Average total duration 35h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.0 - 10.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Lisbon train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Lisbon trains for today, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:34 Basel | 45h18 | 16:52 Lisbon | 6 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Lisbon
Trains from Basel to Lisbon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 45h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £309 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 1669 km distance in 45h 18m.
Distance 1669 km |
Average train duration 45h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £309 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 45h 18m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:50 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Lisbon trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Lisbon from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Lisbon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Lisbon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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