Train Lausanne Basel
Book a train ticket from Lausanne to Basel
Book a train ticket from Lausanne to Basel
Information about the Lausanne to Basel train
| Number routes per day | 56 |
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| Average route time | 2h 22m |
| Shortest route time | 2h 19m |
| First hour of departure | 4h 49m |
| Last hour of departure | 23h 44m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Basel
How much does a train ticket from Lausanne to Basel cost?
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How many trains run from Lausanne to Basel each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lausanne and Basel?
What is the distance between Lausanne and Basel by train?
What time is the first train from Lausanne to Basel?
What time is the last train from Lausanne to Basel?
To leave Lausanne, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Lausanne to Basel?
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Basel?
Price of a Lausanne – Basel 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 Lausanne to Basel: 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 Lausanne to Basel at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Lausanne – Basel
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lausanne to Basel? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.
Last-minute Lausanne – Basel Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Lausanne to Basel ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Lausanne to Basel and alternative routes
For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Lausanne, 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.
Which companies operate the train from Lausanne to Basel?
SBB
SBB
Travel from Lausanne to Basel 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.
What travel classes are available on the Lausanne to Basel train?
SBB
SBB
Travel from Lausanne to Basel 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 Lausanne - Basel allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.
What on-board services are available on the Lausanne to Basel train?
SBB
SBB
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Lausanne to Basel train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
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| 4h 49m | 7h 29m | 2h 40m | SBB | |
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| 5h 40m | 8h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 6h 04m | 8h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 6h 09m | 8h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 6h 34m | 8h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 6h 40m | 9h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 7h 04m | 9h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 7h 09m | 9h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 7h 40m | 10h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 8h 04m | 10h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 8h 09m | 10h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 8h 34m | 10h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 8h 40m | 11h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 9h 04m | 11h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 9h 40m | 12h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 10h 04m | 12h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 10h 09m | 12h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 10h 34m | 12h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 10h 40m | 13h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 11h 04m | 13h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 11h 09m | 13h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 11h 40m | 14h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 12h 04m | 14h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 12h 09m | 14h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 12h 40m | 15h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 13h 04m | 15h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 13h 09m | 15h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 13h 40m | 16h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 14h 04m | 16h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 14h 09m | 16h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 14h 34m | 16h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 14h 40m | 17h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 15h 04m | 17h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 15h 09m | 17h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 15h 40m | 18h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 16h 04m | 18h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 16h 09m | 18h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 16h 34m | 18h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 16h 40m | 19h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 17h 04m | 19h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 17h 40m | 20h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 18h 04m | 20h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 18h 09m | 20h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 18h 34m | 20h 55m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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| 18h 40m | 21h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 19h 04m | 21h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 19h 09m | 21h 29m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 19h 40m | 22h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 20h 04m | 22h 26m | 2h 22m | SBB | |
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| 20h 40m | 23h 00m | 2h 20m | SBB | |
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| 21h 09m | 23h 36m | 2h 27m | SBB | |
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| 21h 40m | 0h 26m | 2h 46m | SBB | |
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| 22h 17m | 0h 36m | 2h 19m | SBB | |
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| 22h 34m | 1h 03m | 2h 29m | SBB | |
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| 22h 40m | 1h 03m | 2h 23m | SBB | |
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| 23h 44m | 2h 05m | 2h 21m | SBB | |
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