How to get to Reims from Basel

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Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Reims

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Reims among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £344.

Distance: 322 km

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£121

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4h 14m

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Compare ways to travel from Basel to Reims

Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Reims, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Reims is a coach with an average price of £41.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Reims:

A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Reims costing on average £121.

A coach is £303 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Reims costing on average £344.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Reims is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Reims take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 5m.

Coach takes on average 8h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Reims including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 37m faster (3h 37m by train vs 4h 14m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£121 vs £132). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Basel to Reims

How to get to Reims from Basel by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Basel to Reims is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Reims by train

The most popular day trips by train from Reims are Paris, Épernay, Chalons-en-Champagne and Troyes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Reims on Omio.

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Day trip from Reims to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Épernay

Day trip from Reims to Épernay by train

Why visit Épernay for the day?

Épernay is best known as one of Champagne’s main wine towns, with famous houses along Avenue de Champagne. Smaller and quieter than Reims, it mixes an elegant centre with vineyard scenery and deep ties to the region’s cellars.

A view of Chalons-en-Champagne

Day trip from Reims to Chalons-en-Champagne by train

Why visit Chalons-en-Champagne for the day?

Châlons-en-Champagne is a historic city in the Champagne region, known for canals, church spires and timber-framed streets. It feels quieter and more civic than nearby wine towns, with medieval heritage and easy riverside walks.

A view of Troyes

Day trip from Reims to Troyes by train

Why visit Troyes for the day?

Troyes is known for its medieval centre, where half-timbered houses and church spires reflect its past as a Champagne fair city. In the Champagne region, it also blends local heritage with small museums and well-known factory outlet shopping.

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FAQs: Basel to Reims

Travel to Reims easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Reims.

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There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Reims including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Reims is a coach with an average price of £41.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Reims:

A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Reims costing on average £121.

A coach is £303 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Reims costing on average £344.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Reims is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Reims take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 5m.

Coach takes on average 8h 35m.

The Basel to Reims distance is approximately 322 km.
The average frequency per day from Basel to Reims is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Reims as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Reims:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Reims station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Reims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Reims, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Reims by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Reims by train.
  • Travel with KLM, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Air France to go to Reims by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Reims with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air France.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Reims often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Épernay, Strasbourg, Soissons, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reims and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Basel to Reims, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Reims, you can enjoy Champagne Tasting Tours to explore renowned champagne houses and vineyards. Visit the Reims Market to experience local produce and delicacies. Explore the Reims Planetarium for fascinating shows about the universe. Parc de Champagne offers a beautiful setting for a leisurely walk or picnic. Discover history at the Musée de la Reddition, where the German surrender was signed in 1945. Notable sights include the Notre-Dame de Reims, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, the Palais du Tau museum, Champagne Taittinger’s historic cellars, the Basilique Saint-Remi, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts with art from masters like Monet and Renoir.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Reims, allowing time to visit its famous Champagne houses, the Reims Cathedral, and the Palace of Tau, while also enjoying local dining experiences.

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