The cheapest and fastest trains from Luxembourg to Basel
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luxembourg to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luxembourg to Basel will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Luxembourg to Basel you need to make at least 2 changes.
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 961198:044h46Thionville12:50Basel SBB£531One-way3 changes
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 962178:044h04Thionville12:08Basel SBB£581One-way3 changes
Bus 82122+
TGV 9551+
ICE 1059:155h33Luxembourg station14:48Basel SBB£1101One-way2 changes
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 962178:044h04Thionville12:08Basel SBB£581One-way3 changes
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 961198:044h46Thionville12:50Basel SBB£531One-way3 changes
Bus 82122+
TGV 9551+
ICE 1059:155h33Luxembourg station14:48Basel SBB£1101One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luxembourg to Basel
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luxembourg to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 252 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luxembourg to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Luxembourg to Basel trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 5135 · IC 60403 | On time 20:33 Luxembourg station | 9h48 | 6:21 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
RE 5137 · 4137 · IC 60403 | On time 21:33 Luxembourg station | 8h48 | 6:21 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 96217 | 8:04 Thionville | 4h04 | 12:08 Basel SBB | 3 changes | |
88713 · 830303 · 96249 · 96119 | 8:04 Thionville | 4h46 | 12:50 Basel SBB | 3 changes | |
Bus 82122 · ICE 105+ TGV 9551 | On time 9:15 Luxembourg station | 5h33 | 14:48 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Luxembourg to Basel by coach or train
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Why should you book Luxembourg to Basel trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regional-Express or TER to find the best option for your trip from Luxembourg to Basel.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luxembourg to Basel.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Luxembourg to Basel.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luxembourg to Basel
Trains from Luxembourg to Basel run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:50, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 1:50 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regional-Express from Luxembourg to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regional-Express trains will get you between Luxembourg and Basel from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Regional-Express
FAQs: Luxembourg to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luxembourg to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luxembourg and Basel
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 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. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Brasserie Schuman
- Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to France, Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Tram connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: National and international connections
- 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 - 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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