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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rouen to Basel
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rouen to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Basel will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rouen for Basel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 521 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 30 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 Rouen to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 521 km
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£97 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rouen to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Rouen to Basel trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:17 Rouen | 7h09 | 13:26 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:59 Rouen | 6h09 | 13:08 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:59 Rouen | 6h27 | 15:26 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rouen to Basel
France
Switzerland
Trains from Rouen to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:21. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 17:21 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, TER BreizhGo from Rouen to Basel trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Rouen and Basel from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rouen to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rouen 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 Rouen and Basel
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 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 Verte.
- Restaurant Gill
- La Couronne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite Pasteur
- Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale Hotel
- Hotel de Bourgtheroulde
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Le Havre, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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