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Information about the Perpignan to Basel train

Travel by train from Perpignan to Basel. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Perpignan at 5h 58m and the last at 19h 46m, allowing you to cover the 923 km distance in as little as 8h 24m.

Cheap train tickets from Perpignan to Basel

How much does a train ticket from Perpignan to Basel cost?

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Perpignan to Basel take?

The Perpignan to Basel journey takes no more than 10h 36m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Perpignan to Basel?

The minimum time to travel by train between Perpignan and Basel is 8h 24m.

How many trains run from Perpignan to Basel each day?

Every day, 7 trains complete the Perpignan to Basel journey.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Perpignan and Basel?

Between Perpignan and Basel, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Perpignan and Basel by train?

The train journey between Perpignan and Basel, covers around 923 km.

What time is the first train from Perpignan to Basel?

Want to arrive early? Take the first Perpignan to Basel train at 5h 58m.

What time is the last train from Perpignan to Basel?

At the latest, you can depart at 19h 46m on the last train.

To leave Perpignan, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: PERPIGNAN.

At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: BASEL SBB.

Which train companies operate trains from Perpignan to Basel?

For your journey from Perpignan to Basel, you can travel with TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB), TER, TGV INOUI Spain, Intercités.

What services are offered on board?

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you will benefit from renovated and comfortable carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi service, and a welcoming bar. Welcome to your new bubble of comfort.

Thanks to TGV Lyria, small pets can travel in a container with a maximum size of 45 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm, with a ticket at a fixed price of 10 euros. Alternatively, you can travel with your dog on a lead and muzzled for 20 euros. Assistance dogs for disabled or blind passengers can travel free on international journeys.

Enjoy on-board catering on your TGV INOUI Spain: log into the Wi-Fi portal and follow the steps to order your meal online. You can then collect it at the bar without queuing.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Basel?

The price of a Perpignan – Basel train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Perpignan to Basel thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Basel.

Price of a Perpignan – Basel Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Basel: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Perpignan to Basel at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Perpignan – Basel

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Perpignan 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 Perpignan – Basel Train

The best way to pay less for your Perpignan 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 Perpignan 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 Perpignan to Basel and alternative routes

For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Perpignan, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Perpignan to Basel?

If you're travelling from Perpignan to Basel, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Perpignan to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Perpignan 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.

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What travel classes are available on the Perpignan to Basel train?

To travel from Perpignan to Basel, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Perpignan 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

What on-board services are available on the Perpignan to Basel train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Perpignan to Basel route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Perpignan to Basel train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 58m 15h 26m 9h 28m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI 6250
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h18
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
6h 44m 15h 26m 8h 42m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI 9862
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 53 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5516 - TGV INOUI 12176
  • Macon
  • Beaune
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 35 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
7h 00m 17h 48m 10h 48m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI 6202
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 52 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9553
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Connection: 09 min
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 373
  • Offenburg
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Basel Sbb
7h 46m 18h 08m 10h 22m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TER
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI 6254
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h02
  • Paris Est
    TGV INOUI 12125 - DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9575
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 1h13
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96229
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
11h 02m 19h 50m 8h 48m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI Spain 9708 - TGV INOUI 12348
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 1h24
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Macon
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 10 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96141
  • Rixheim
  • Habsheim
  • Sierentz
  • Bartenheim
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Basel Sbb
13h 02m 21h 26m 8h 24m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Perpignan
    TGV INOUI 6258
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 1h24
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 21 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
19h 46m 13h 26m 17h 40m Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Perpignan
    Intercités 5744
  • Rivesaltes
  • Leucate La Franqui
  • Port-La-Nouvelle
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • Connection: 2h29
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb