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Paris to Basel Train Prices and Times

Organising a journey from Paris to Basel? Trip.com offers TGV INOUI tickets starting at 1 089,89 kr, with the average fare for this route being approximately 1 830,94 kr. We advise exploring split ticket methods to ensure you get the lowest possible prices.

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lör, 21 juni
From 1 089,89 kr
sön, 22 juni
From 2 738,74 kr
mån, 23 juni
From 2 738,74 kr
tis, 24 juni
From 2 738,74 kr
ons, 25 juni
From 2 738,74 kr
tors, 26 juni
From 2 738,74 kr
fre, 27 juni

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
13:53 Paris East	17:08 Basel	3h 15m, Changes required		Find Tickets
13:53 Paris East	17:08 Basel SBB	3h 15m, Changes required		Find Tickets
13:54 Paris East	17:08 Basel	3h 14m, Changes required		Find Tickets
14:21 Paris Lyon Station	17:26 Basel SBB	3h 5m, Direct	LYRIA	Find Tickets
14:21 Paris Lyon Station	17:26 Basel	3h 5m, Direct	LYRIA	Find Tickets
15:21 Paris East	19:08 Paris	3h 47m, Changes required	DBSNCF	Find Tickets View More Trains

Paris to Basel Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Paris to Basel generally start at 1 089,89 kr. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m and covers a distance of around 415 km. There are typically 34 daily trains operated by SNCF. For advance planning, please refer to our train route table.

First train

06:53

Last train

18:54

Departure station

Paris

Arrival station

Basel

Journey time

3h 4m

Distance

415 km

Price

From 1 089,89 kr

Train operators

LYRIA, SNCF, DBSNCF

TGV INOUI and SNCF trains offers

SNCF provides a range of ticket deals designed for various age groups, allowing you to choose the ideal discount card or subscription. Since availability is limited and dependent on train schedules and routes, be sure to book early to secure all discounted tickets and fully benefit from your discount card or subscription.

Take INTERCITÉS night trains

Intercités de Nuit offer affordable and time-efficient overnight travel options. These night trains feature 1st class 4-berth couchettes, 2nd class 6-berth couchettes, and reclining seats. Fares start from €19 for seated places and from €29 for 1st and 2nd class berths.

SNCF Advantage Card

Priced at €49 per year, the Carte Avantage offers 30% savings for adults and 60% savings for children, with three profiles to suit your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).

Book tickets in advance

By reserving second-class SNCF tickets up to 3-4 months in advance, you can enjoy an average discount of 35%. Train fares tend to rise as tickets sell out, so it's wise for budget-conscious travellers to book early to secure the lowest prices.

TGV INOUI and SNCF onboard services

When travelling on TGV INOUI trains from Paris to Basel, passengers can enjoy a range of services to enhance their travel experience.

Travel comfortably with adjustable seats, power outlets, and free WiFi. Enjoy retractable shelves for working or dining, and a soft reading light for reading. Luggage storage includes space for heavy or bulky items at the compartment entrance and luggage racks in the lounge for cabin baggage. Families can also travel stress-free with a dedicated Family Space.

Please note the differences between first and second class services on TGV INOUI trains:

First class provides each passenger with an individual electrical outlet, while second class shares one outlet between two passengers.
First class offers more comfort with rows of three seats instead of four, providing extra legroom.

Paris - Basel SNCF tickets

Travelling on TGV INOUI trains offers you a choice of four ticket types: Prem's, Seconde, Première, and Business Première. These tickets vary in terms of fares, services, and rules for changes and refunds. This flexibility allows you to book the ticket that best suits your needs.

TGV Prem's

For the lowest travel fares, choose TGV INOUI Prem's tickets, starting at only €15. These tickets are exchangeable and refundable under certain conditions, and you can book them up to four months ahead.

TGV Seconde

Seconde class tickets offer flexible and affordable travel. By booking three months ahead, you can save up to 35%, and tickets can be exchanged or refunded under specific conditions.

TGV Première

Experience greater comfort and exclusive benefits by booking TGV Première class (First class) tickets. With reclining seats and flexible booking, tickets can also be exchanged and refunded under certain conditions.

TGV INOUI Business Première

Business Première tickets offer the most premium travel experience. Enjoy the flexibility of free, unconditional exchanges and refunds, even up to 30 minutes after departure. Benefit from exclusive services, including access to the lounge for a relaxing experience.

How Can I Buy Cheap SNCF Train Tickets?

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