Train Basel Brussels
Book a train ticket Basel - Brussels
Book a train ticket Basel - Brussels
Train timetable info Basel-Brussels
| Number routes per day | 15 |
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| Average route time | 5h 56m |
| Shortest route time | 5h 10m |
| First hour of departure | 5h 36m |
| Last hour of departure | 23h 16m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Basel Brussels
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On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
With friends, colleagues, or family, take advantage of the HI FIVE offer to travel at a reduced price on TGV Lyria trains. The more of you there are, the better the fare!
If you travel frequently on Eurostar, consider joining the loyalty programme. Benefit from exclusive privileges and earn points redeemable for a wide range of rewards.
Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.
Planning a train trip from Basel to Brussels?
How to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Brussels?
There is several methods to save and get a cheaper train ticket:
- Book in advance on SNCF Connect website; You can easily set up an alert 3 to 6 months before your departure to get the best price.
- Take a look at our Deals page which offers a selection of the best on-going promotions, low prices and good deals! Who knows? You might find a good deal to travel from Basel to Brussels.
- Be flexible on your travel dates and adapt to off-peak times to find a cheaper train ticket. Indeed, note that train tickets during rush hour are the most expensive as well as those issued during school holidays.
- Get a discount card to benefit from low prices on selected trains from Basel to Brussels
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Brussels?
Price of a Basel – Brussels 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 Brussels: 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 Brussels at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Basel – Brussels
We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Basel to Brussels throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.
Last-minute Basel – Brussels Train
The best way to pay less for your Basel to Brussels 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 Basel to Brussels, 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 Basel to Brussels and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Brussels 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 Basel - Brussels
TER
Travel from Basel to Brussels 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 INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Basel to Brussels on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Basel to Brussels: 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.
Eurostar
Travel at top speeds from Basel to Brussels with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Basel to Brussels on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
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 Basel and Brussels! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
TGV Lyria
Travel from Basel to Brussels 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!
TGV INOUI Brussels
With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Basel to Brussels! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...
Classes of rail companies serving Basel - Brussels
TER
Travel from Basel to Brussels 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 INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Basel to Brussels 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
Eurostar
Travel from Basel to Brussels on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.
Eurostar Standard
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Plus
- Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Premier
- More spacious seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- Meal served at your seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Access to Eurostar lounges
- Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Basel to Brussels by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Basel - Brussels guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
To travel from Basel to Brussels, 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
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between Basel and Brussels. 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
TGV INOUI Brussels
Travel from Basel to Brussels on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel 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
- Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
- Quiet zones
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
All on-board services provided by companies operating Basel - Brussels
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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PRM 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 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 in comfort
Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
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Travel connected
Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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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 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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A gourmet break?
We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
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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 Bistro
Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro 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.
Eurostar
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Online registration
Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.
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Wifi on board
Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.
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Onboard luggage
One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.
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A comfortable trip
Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.
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Club Eurostar
This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.
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At table
You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.
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Travelers with reduced mobility
Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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Stay connected while you travel
Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
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Enjoy the peace and quiet
To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
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Grab a bite or drink during your trip
Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
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Recharge your electronic devices
Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
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Carry your luggage with ease
Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
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Take your bicycle everywhere
Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
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Travel with your pet
Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
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Enjoy seat service in 1st class
In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
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Access Deutsche Bahn lounges
Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.
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 are reserved for travelers in wheelchairs
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.
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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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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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On board catering
"La Table", refined and inventive menus in PREMIERE SIGNATURE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
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Many destinations
Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
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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!
TGV INOUI Brussels
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Travel in the utmost comfort
Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!
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Stay connected while travelling
Free Wifi available onboard
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An attentive team
Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team
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Travel in first class
Our best seats, just for you
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Plenty of space for your suitcases
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Travel with your bike
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A nursery area for your baby
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Travel with your pet
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Your office at 300 km/h
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To go further
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Fancy a snack?
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New features
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No more need to queue at the bar
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Connect to the portal and a whole range of services
Train timetables Basel-Brussels Tuesday 7 July 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 5h 36m | 11h 17m | 5h 41m | TER, TGV INOUI, Eurostar | |
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| 6h 16m | 13h 26m | 7h 10m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 51m | 12h 17m | 5h 26m | TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Eurostar | |
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| 7h 21m | 12h 47m | 5h 26m | TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Eurostar | |
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| 8h 25m | 13h 44m | 5h 19m | TGV Lyria, Eurostar | |
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| 10h 34m | 15h 44m | 5h 10m | TGV Lyria, Eurostar | |
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| 10h 38m | 17h 18m | 6h 40m | TER, TGV INOUI, Eurostar | |
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| 12h 21m | 17h 43m | 5h 22m | TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels | |
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| 12h 34m | 17h 47m | 5h 13m | TGV Lyria, Eurostar | |
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| 13h 24m | 18h 47m | 5h 23m | TER, TGV INOUI, Eurostar | |
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| 14h 34m | 19h 47m | 5h 13m | TGV Lyria, Eurostar | |
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| 15h 11m | 21h 01m | 5h 50m | TER, TGV INOUI Brussels | |
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| 16h 34m | 21h 44m | 5h 10m | TGV Lyria, Eurostar | |
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| 17h 08m | 22h 47m | 5h 39m | TER, TGV INOUI, Eurostar | |
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| 23h 16m | 9h 26m | 10h 10m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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