Train Metz Basel
Book a train ticket from Metz to Basel
Book a train ticket from Metz to Basel
Information about the Metz to Basel train
| Number routes per day | 13 |
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| Average route time | 3h 16m |
| Shortest route time | 2h 17m |
| First hour of departure | 5h 46m |
| Last hour of departure | 19h 43m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Metz to Basel
How much does a train ticket from Metz to Basel cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Metz to Basel take?
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How many trains run from Metz to Basel each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Metz and Basel?
What is the distance between Metz and Basel by train?
What time is the first train from Metz to Basel?
What time is the last train from Metz to Basel?
To leave Metz, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Metz to Basel?
What services are offered on board?
If you travel on an OUIGO train, you can stay connected during your journey. With the OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare, select a seat with a power socket from 3 euros, and add the OUIFI option for 3 euros to enjoy Wi-Fi on board. These options are included if you choose OUIGO PLUS.
If you opt for TGV INOUI, you will have the option to travel quietly. On some TGV INOUI trains, a 300 km/h work area is freely accessible between two second-class carriages. A table and a power outlet allow you to get to work. We take care of the rest.
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!
All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Metz to Basel?
Price of a Metz – Basel Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Metz 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 Metz to Basel with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Metz to Basel at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Metz – Basel
Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Metz 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 Metz – Basel Train
Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Metz to Basel. For last-minute train tickets from Metz to Basel, 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 Metz to Basel and alternative routes
Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Metz - Basel. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.
Which companies operate the train from Metz to Basel?
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Metz to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Metz 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 Metz 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 Metz 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!
OUIGO
Enjoy low-cost travel from Metz to Basel with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Metz to Basel in advance!
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Metz to Basel 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.
What travel classes are available on the Metz to Basel train?
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Metz 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 Metz 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 Metz 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
OUIGO
OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Metz to Basel. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.
OUIGO ESSENTIEL
- Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
- 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- Other services are available for an extra cost.
OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)
- Choose and reserve your seat
- 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- A piece of additional or XL luggage
- OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
- Other services are available for an extra cost.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Metz to Basel 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 Metz - Basel guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
What on-board services are available on the Metz to Basel train?
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.
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 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!
OUIGO
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Exchange your tickets
You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate
Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet
The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage
Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message
Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
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Seat with electric socket
Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
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Quiet place
For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
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Stroller
Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children
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.
Metz to Basel train schedule for Thursday 13 August 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 5h 46m | 8h 08m | 2h 22m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 6h 42m | 9h 38m | 2h 56m | TER | |
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| 8h 09m | 10h 26m | 2h 17m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 8h 42m | 11h 38m | 2h 56m | TER | |
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| 8h 55m | 13h 08m | 4h 13m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 12h 10m | 15h 08m | 2h 58m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 13h 42m | 16h 50m | 3h 08m | TER | |
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| 13h 42m | 17h 38m | 3h 56m | TER | |
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| 13h 52m | 19h 26m | 5h 34m | OUIGO, TGV Lyria | |
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| 16h 42m | 20h 21m | 3h 39m | TER, Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 08m | 20h 38m | 2h 30m | OUIGO, TER | |
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| 18h 43m | 21h 38m | 2h 55m | TER | |
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| 19h 43m | 22h 38m | 2h 55m | TER | |
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