The cheapest and fastest trains from Sélestat to Basel
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sélestat to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sélestat to Basel will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sélestat for Basel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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 and coach for Sélestat to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sélestat to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sélestat to Basel
Trains from Sélestat to Basel run on average 16 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 57m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Sélestat to Basel trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Sélestat and Basel from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sélestat to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sélestat 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 Sélestat and Basel
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Restaurant La Vieille Tour
- Restaurant Au Pied de Boeuf
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Vaillant
- Les Prés d'Ondine
- Hotel Majuscule
- Located in the main hall
- 62 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
- 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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