The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
£151
Average price
£183
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB will cost around £183 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £151.
Of the 6 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Basel SBB 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 412 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 412 km
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4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9211 | On time 09:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 12:26 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
6705+ 96123 | On time 10:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h32 | 13:50 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
9213 | On time 11:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 14:26 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
9215 | On time 13:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 16:26 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
9219 | On time 15:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 18:26 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
6709+ 96239 | On time 16:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h50 | 20:08 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
9223 | On time 17:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h04 | 20:26 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
6711+ 96241 | On time 17:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h46 | 21:38 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 16:52 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Basel SBB from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB 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 SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare de Lyon and Basel SBB
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 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
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