Train Nantes Basel
Book a train ticket Nantes - Basel
Book a train ticket Nantes - Basel
Train timetable info Nantes-Basel
| Number routes per day | 7 |
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| Average route time | 6h 35m |
| Shortest route time | 6h 16m |
| First hour of departure | 7h 04m |
| Last hour of departure | 15h 04m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Nantes Basel
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Nantes : from which station will I leave?
Basel : at which station will I arrive?
What are the railway companies operate the Nantes - Basel trains?
What services are available on board?
If you make this trip with TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for only 10 euros. Subscribe to this option when making your reservation. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated area in the train.
Thanks to TGV Lyria small pets can travel, as well as dogs accompanying disabled or blind people can travel free of charge on international routes.
Planning a trip from Nantes to Basel?
How to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Basel?
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 to Basel.
- 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
What services are available on board?
- A free wifi connection available in almost all our new trains. To connect, you simply have to select the wifi network on board and launch the internet browser.
- A good way to stay connected, finish a work email, watch your favourite series or plan your journey.
All the comforts for a peaceful journey: spacious seats, luggage storage, electrical sockets. - On-board catering on our high-speed trains offering snacks and drinks and more elaborate meals.
How to buy a cheap Nantes – Basel train ticket?
Nantes – Basel Train Ticket Prices
For cheap train tickets from Nantes to Basel, it's worth taking a look at the many options offered by SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and passes (Avantage cards, Forfait National pass, Liberté card, MAX pass), Prem's tickets (TGV INOUI & INTERCITÉS), Interrail pass, etc.Some discounts only apply when you book a round trip from Nantes to Basel with your discount card or pass.Depending on the train company, you can also choose between different classes to travel from Nantes to Basel at the best price.
Special Fares for Nantes – Basel
The current SNCF Connect deals are listed on our promotions page. Consult this page regularly to stay up to date with new promos and snap up the best prices. In the SNCF Connect app, you can also enable notifications to find out about new offers as soon as they are launched.
Last-Minute Nantes – Basel Trains
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Nantes – Basel tickets and compare prices over the next 5 to 7 days at a glance. Depending on the train company, however, you can actually lock down your train tickets months in advance. When sales open several times a year, tickets are released for trains over the coming months. Depending on the dates and train company, our price freeze service allows you to reserve your seats at the price shown for a specific period, and pay for your seats before it elapses.
Direct Nantes – Basel Trains
For your trip to Basel, if there is a direct train available from Nantes, you will see the word "Direct" below your search results. Trains with connections are marked "Connection". However, direct trains are not necessarily cheaper, as there are many factors to take into consideration.
Companies serving Nantes - Basel
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Nantes to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Nantes 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.
TGV Lyria
Travel from Nantes 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 Nantes and Basel! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
TER
Travel from Nantes 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.
Classes of rail companies serving Nantes - Basel
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Nantes 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 (children not allowed and 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
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between Nantes 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 Nantes 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
TER
Travel from Nantes 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.
All on-board services provided by companies operating Nantes - 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 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.
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!
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
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.
Train timetables Nantes-Basel Friday 26 December 2025
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 7h 04m | 13h 26m | 6h 22m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 9h 04m | 15h 26m | 6h 22m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 11h 05m | 17h 21m | 6h 16m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 11h 54m | 19h 08m | 7h 14m | TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération, TER | |
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| 13h 04m | 19h 26m | 6h 22m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 14h 08m | 21h 08m | 7h 00m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 15h 04m | 21h 32m | 6h 28m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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