The cheapest and fastest trains from Strasbourg to Basel
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Basel will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Strasbourg for Basel 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 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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 coach and train for Strasbourg to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 115 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Strasbourg to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Basel trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96263 · 96129 | On time 14:21 Strasbourg station | 1h24 | 15:45 Basel St. Johann | 1 change | |
96263 · 96129 | On time 14:21 Strasbourg station | 1h29 | 15:50 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
96225 | On time 14:51 Strasbourg station | 1h17 | 16:08 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
96227 · 96133 | On time 15:21 Strasbourg station | 1h24 | 16:45 Basel St. Johann | 1 change | |
96227 | On time 15:21 Strasbourg station | 1h17 | 16:38 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
96229 · 96135 | On time 15:51 Strasbourg station | 1h24 | 17:15 Basel St. Johann | 1 change | |
96229 | On time 15:51 Strasbourg station | 1h17 | 17:08 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
96233 · 96139 | On time 16:51 Strasbourg station | 1h24 | 18:15 Basel St. Johann | 1 change | |
96247 · 96145 | On time 18:21 Strasbourg station | 1h24 | 19:45 Basel St. Johann | 1 change | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
![]() | 08:51 Strasbourg | 1h54 | 10:45 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:52 Strasbourg | 2h18 | 12:10 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:05 Strasbourg | 1h40 | 13:45 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:51 Strasbourg | 1h54 | 14:45 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Strasbourg to Basel trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI or FlixTrain to find the best option for your trip from Strasbourg to Basel.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TER, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI or FlixTrain to find the best option for your trip from Strasbourg to Basel.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strasbourg to Basel
Trains from Strasbourg to Basel run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI, FlixTrain, SNCF, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) from Strasbourg to Basel trainsSNCF TER, TER, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI, FlixTrain, SNCF, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) trains will get you between Strasbourg and Basel from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
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.
TGV INOUI
FlixTrain
TER
SNCF
Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
FAQs: Strasbourg to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg and Basel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
- 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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