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Book a train ticket Basel - Lyon

Train timetable info Basel-Lyon

Travel by train from Basel to Lyon. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Basel at 4h 52m and the last at 17h 08m, allowing you to cover the 296.32 km distance in as little as 3h 25m.

Cheap train tickets Basel Lyon

How much does a train ticket from Basel to Lyon cost?

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Lyon take?

The Basel to Lyon journey lasts 4h 09m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Lyon?

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Basel to Lyon in 3h 25m.

How many trains run from Basel to Lyon each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 10 Basel – Lyon trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Lyon?

You can reach Lyon from Basel via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Basel and Lyon by train?

The train journey between Basel and Lyon, covers around 296.32 km.

What time is the first train from Basel to Lyon?

Each day, the first train leaves Basel for Lyon at 4h 52m.

What time is the last train from Basel to Lyon?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Basel at 17h 08m.

To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: BASEL SBB.

At Lyon, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Lyon?

Journeys from Basel to Lyon are operated by SBB, TGV Lyria, TER, TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation.

What services are offered on board?

With TGV INOUI, stay connected during your journey: free access for everyone to Wi-Fi and a world of services and content. You can also enjoy power outlets available at every seat.

Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Lyon?

The price of a Basel – Lyon train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Basel to Lyon thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Lyon.

Price of a Basel – Lyon Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Basel to Lyon: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Basel to Lyon at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Basel – Lyon

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Basel – Lyon Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Basel to Lyon. For last-minute train tickets from Basel to Lyon, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Basel to Lyon and alternative routes

For your journey to Lyon, if a direct train is available from Basel, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Basel - Lyon

If you're travelling from Basel to Lyon, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Basel to Lyon with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Basel - Lyon

To travel from Basel to Lyon, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Basel to Lyon by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Basel - Lyon allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Basel - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Basel to Lyon route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

  • Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

    Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.

  • Free Internet on board and in stations

    Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!

  • Enhanced comfort in 1st class

    Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.

  • Transporting your luggage on board the train

    SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.

  • Transporting your bicycle on board the train

    Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.

  • Travelling with your pet

    Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Train timetables Basel-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
4h 52m 10h 24m 5h 32m SBB, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 17312
  • Basel Dreispitz
  • Muenchenstein
  • Dornach-Arlesheim
  • Aesch Bl
  • Duggingen
  • Grellingen
  • Zwingen
  • Laufen
  • Delemont
  • 08 min
  • Delemont
    SBB 506
  • Moutier
  • Grenchen Nord
  • Biel/Bienne
  • Neuchatel
  • Yverdon-Les-Bains
  • Renens Vd
  • Lausanne
  • 20 min
  • Lausanne
    TGV Lyria 9756
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 21m 10h 59m 3h 38m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96210
  • Saint-Louis
  • Mulhouse
  • 09 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 5521
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 21m 12h 59m 3h 38m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96218
  • Saint-Louis
  • Mulhouse
  • 13 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 12179 - TGV INOUI 9877
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • Macon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 34m 14h 44m 4h 10m TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9210
  • Mulhouse
  • Dijon
  • 42 min
  • Dijon
    TER 17771
  • Beaune
  • Chagny
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Tournus
  • Macon
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 38m 15h 44m 5h 06m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96112
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Saint-Louis
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Bartenheim
  • Sierentz
  • Habsheim
  • Rixheim
  • Mulhouse
  • 46 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 6704
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • 30 min
  • Dijon
    TER 17831
  • Beaune
  • Chagny
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Tournus
  • Macon
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 24m 17h 03m 3h 39m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96282
  • Mulhouse
  • 14 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 9879
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • Macon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 34m 17h 59m 3h 25m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9222
  • Mulhouse
  • Dijon
  • 19 min
  • Dijon
    TGV INOUI 5537 - TGV INOUI 12177
  • Beaune
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 21m 19h 58m 3h 37m TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96262
  • Saint-Louis
  • Mulhouse
  • 26 min
  • Mulhouse
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9580
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 34m 20h 44m 4h 10m TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9226
  • Mulhouse
  • Dijon
  • 49 min
  • Dijon
    TER 17777
  • Beaune
  • Chagny
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Tournus
  • Macon
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 08m 21h 42m 4h 34m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Basel Sbb
    TER 96128
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Saint-Louis
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Bartenheim
  • Sierentz
  • Habsheim
  • Rixheim
  • Mulhouse
  • 07 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV INOUI 6708
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Dijon
  • 36 min
  • Dijon
    TER 17837
  • Beaune
  • Chagny
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Tournus
  • Macon
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Lyon Part Dieu