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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Nancy
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Nancy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Nancy will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Basel to Nancy you need to make at least one change.
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96112 · 8852610:383h32Basel SBB14:10Nancy Ville£441One-way2 changes- 96126 · 96232 · 83503016:383h10Basel SBB19:48Nancy Ville£481One-way2 changes
- 96230 · 83502815:512h53Basel SBB18:44Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
- 96224 · 83502412:213h29Basel SBB15:50Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
- 96282 · 83502613:243h22Basel SBB16:46Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
- 96230 · 83502815:512h53Basel SBB18:44Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
- 96236 · 83503217:512h53Basel SBB20:44Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
- 96126 · 96232 · 83503016:383h10Basel SBB19:48Nancy Ville£481One-way2 changes
- 96116 · 96256 · 83502412:383h12Basel SBB15:50Nancy Ville£481One-way2 changes
- 96282 · 83502613:243h22Basel SBB16:46Nancy Ville£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Nancy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 161 km
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Live departures
Basel to Nancy train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Nancy trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:38 Basel | 4h24 | 15:02 Nancy | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:39 Basel | 4h57 | 16:36 Nancy | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:39 Basel | 4h05 | 16:44 Nancy | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:38 Basel | 3h17 | 16:55 Nancy | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:39 Basel | 3h16 | 16:55 Nancy | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Nancy
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Nancy run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Nancy trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Nancy from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SBB
TER
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Basel to Nancy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Nancy 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 Nancy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Nancy
Most Basel to Nancy trains use the Basel SBB to Nancy Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Nancy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Nancy 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.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf 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: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Nancy station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Nancy Ville from Nancy city centre
Nancy Ville is 2 km from Nancy city centre. Public transport options include:
Nancy Ville train station facilities and services
Nancy Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Lor'n Food, PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in the gallery connecting the two halls next to PAUL.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:40 - 18:00, Sat: 07:00 - 18:00, Sun: 12:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located at the Hall République between the two automatic doors leading to platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nancy Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nancy Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nancy Ville: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include KOSY Appart'Hôtels Nancy - Coeur de Ville, ibis Nancy Centre Gare et Congrès, Hôtel Mercure Nancy Centre Gare.
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