Train Lyon Basel
Book a train ticket Lyon - Basel
Book a train ticket Lyon - Basel
Train timetable info Lyon-Basel
| Number routes per day | 9 |
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| Average route time | 4h 17m |
| Shortest route time | 3h 26m |
| First hour of departure | 8h 32m |
| Last hour of departure | 18h 00m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Lyon Basel
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What services are offered on board?
If you choose INTERCITÉS and feel a little peckish, you can enjoy the snacks and desserts available on board, accompanied by a hot or cold drink.
If you choose TGV INOUI, on some trains, you will benefit from a freely accessible workspace. This area is located between two second-class carriages. You will find a table with a power outlet to work in complete tranquillity.
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.
If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Basel?
Price of a Lyon – Basel Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Basel, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass. Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Lyon to Basel with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lyon to Basel at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Lyon – Basel
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lyon 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 Lyon – Basel Train
The best way to pay less for your Lyon to Basel train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Lyon to Basel, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.
Direct train from Lyon to Basel and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Basel on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Companies serving Lyon - Basel
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Basel: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.
TER
Travel from Lyon to Basel with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.
TGV Lyria
Travel from Lyon to Basel with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Thanks to the partnership between SNCF and Deutsche Bahn you can discover Germany's varied scenery whether you're on a weekend break, a holiday or a business trip. Enjoy easy, top-speed travel between Lyon and Basel! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
Intercités
INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Lyon to Basel with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.
Classes of rail companies serving Lyon - Basel
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lyon to Basel and choose from a selection of classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st Class
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones
- Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :
- Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
- Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
- Premium dedicated Customer Service
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
TER
Travel from Lyon to Basel by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between Lyon and Basel. You can choose from one of the three classes:
STANDARD
- A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
- There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.
PREMIERE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
- Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use
PREMIERE SIGNATURE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
- A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
- Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
- A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
- Complimentary drinks
- Flexible access to the day's trains
- Total flexibility regarding ticket use
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
To travel from Lyon to Basel, hop on a DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train and enjoy the comfort of one of two classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
- Reading light and small table
- Trilingual staff
- Access to the buffet car
1st Class
- Wider, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
- Reading light and small table
- Trilingual staff
- Access to the buffet car
- Access to Grand Voyageur station lounges
Intercités
Travel from Lyon to Basel on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy seats
- Space to store your luggage
1st Class
- Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom
Individual power socket - Space to store your luggage
All on-board services provided by companies operating Lyon - Basel
TGV INOUI
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Hold a ticket
Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel connected
Enjoy free Wi-Fi on board and explore a world of services and content on the TGV INOUI Portal.
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Looking for a tasty break?
We’re waiting for you at the Bistro — with chef-inspired dishes, vegetarian options, organic choices, and local specialties. Order online and save time when picking up your meal.
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Travel in first class
With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
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Travel in comfort
Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You’ll enjoy a wonderful journey onboard our train
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Travel with a staff that takes care of you
At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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Space for your luggage
In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
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Travel with your bike
Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
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Nursury space for baby's
Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
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Travel with your pet
Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
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Your office at 300 km/h
On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
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To travel further
Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
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New gestures
Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
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Don't queue at the bar
Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the bar without queuing.
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A world of services via the portal
Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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Disabled access
TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
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Refundable up to the day before departure
All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
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Plenty of space for your luggage
Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.
TGV Lyria
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Your train, more flexible
With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.
Our destinations -
Your train, more responsible
By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.
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Your train, more fun
Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.
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Your train, for gourmets.
A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.
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Travel at high-speed
Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
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Wifi onboard
An internet connection available to all
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A comfortable journey
A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
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Arrive in the city center
Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
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Best rates
Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!
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Many destinations
Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
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On board catering
"La Table", refined and inventive menus in BUSINESS 1ERE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
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Prepare your journey
Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
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Travel with your pet
Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.
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Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station
Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.
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Family and nursery space
Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.
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Disabled acces
In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
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Transport your bike
You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
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Leave in group
Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!
I discover
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
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Book your tickets early
Book up to 6 months in advance
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My luggage
Your luggage must be visibly labelled. Are considered as hand luggage: skis, strollers, wheelchairs, nautical boards (cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum).
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Frankfurt, Munich and many others ...
Embark our trains and travel to 10 different German cities.
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Stay connected
Free wifi and electrical outlets are available on board.
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Best prices
Travel to Germany from €39. Why do you hesitate?
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My animals
Small animals (in a container of 45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum) and dogs accompanying persons with disabilities travel for free. (2)
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My bike
The transportation of foldes bikes or if the wheels are disassembled (contained in a cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum) is free.
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Catering on board
Bar car with TGV INOUI and restaurant / bistro car with ICE. Order online in TGV INOUI trains
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Family space and nursery
Family areas and nursery area with ICE
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Franco-German services
Franco-German crew
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Paris Metro ticket
Paris metro ticket sales
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Disabled accessibility
Accessible to people with reduced mobility, seats reserved for travelers in wheelchairs
Intercités
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Travel connected
You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.
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Showers at the station
Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!
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For gourmands
Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.
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For families
Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!
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In case of delays
With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.
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Private space for the night
Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).
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Night space for woman
You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.
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Room for your suitcases,
In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Train timetables Lyon-Basel Saturday 23 May 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 8h 32m | 12h 08m | 3h 36m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 9h 16m | 13h 26m | 4h 10m | TER, TGV Lyria | |
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| 10h 01m | 13h 50m | 3h 49m | DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération, TER | |
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| 11h 39m | 15h 26m | 3h 47m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 12h 00m | 17h 26m | 5h 26m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 13h 04m | 19h 26m | 6h 22m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 16h 01m | 19h 50m | 3h 49m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 17h 04m | 21h 08m | 4h 04m | INTERCITES, TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 18h 00m | 21h 26m | 3h 26m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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