Train Tours Basel
Book a train ticket Tours - Basel
Book a train ticket Tours - Basel
Train timetable info Tours-Basel
| Number routes per day | 9 |
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| Average route time | 6h 08m |
| Shortest route time | 5h 14m |
| First hour of departure | 6h 12m |
| Last hour of departure | 16h 17m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Tours Basel
How much does a train ticket from Tours to Basel cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Tours to Basel take?
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How many trains run from Tours to Basel each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Tours and Basel?
What is the distance between Tours and Basel by train?
What time is the first train from Tours to Basel?
What time is the last train from Tours to Basel?
To leave Tours, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Tours to Basel?
What services are offered on board?
With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes one piece of hand luggage and one cabin bag. For 9 euros extra, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, seat selection (solo, standard, with or without a power socket), OUIFI and OUIFUN.
If you take a TGV INOUI, your young children and you can enjoy the nursery area. Don’t forget that we will happily warm your bottles in the TGV INOUI bar carriage.
Thanks to the TGV Lyria "Junior & Cie" accompaniment service, your child aged 4 to 14 can travel by train safely, accompanied by professionals during their journey.
If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.
If you travel frequently with TRAIN Mobigo (TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté), explore the subscriptions available on SNCF Connect to benefit from reduced fares on your train tickets.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Tours to Basel?
Price of a Tours – Basel Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Tours 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 Tours to Basel with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Tours to Basel at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Tours – Basel
Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.
Last-minute Tours – Basel Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Tours to Basel ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Tours to Basel and alternative routes
For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Tours, 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.
Companies serving Tours - Basel
TER
Travel from Tours 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 Tours 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!
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Tours to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Tours 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 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Hop on a TRAIN Mobigo (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté TER) from Tours to Basel and explore a region with stunning landscapes, from famous vineyards to the Jura mountains. A comfy, low-cost journey for your daily commute or weekend getaway. Book easily and get your tickets via SNCF Connect. To save money on regular journeys, opt for regional passes and season tickets!
OUIGO
Enjoy low-cost travel from Tours 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 Tours to Basel in advance!
Classes of rail companies serving Tours - Basel
TER
Travel from Tours 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 Tours 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
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Tours 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
OUIGO
OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Tours 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.
All on-board services provided by companies operating Tours - Basel
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!
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 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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Low prices with TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
All year round, take advantage of special tickets from €3 for all your journeys in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and to Paris/Ile de France.
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50% off for those under 26
Are you under 26? Travel all year round at half price with youth fare tickets!
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Refundable up to D-1
Your ticket is refundable up to the day before your trip on the SNCF Connect app
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€2 for children under 12
For children under 12, a single €2 fare for their journey including to Paris!
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
Train timetables Tours-Basel Saturday 23 May 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 6h 12m | 13h 26m | 7h 14m | TER, TGV Lyria | |
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| 7h 01m | 13h 26m | 6h 25m | TER, TGV Lyria | |
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| 9h 34m | 15h 26m | 5h 52m | TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 10h 28m | 16h 08m | 5h 40m | TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 11h 09m | 17h 26m | 6h 17m | TER, TGV Lyria | |
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| 12h 12m | 17h 26m | 5h 14m | TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 13h 10m | 19h 26m | 6h 16m | TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, OUIGO, TGV Lyria | |
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| 15h 41m | 21h 26m | 5h 45m | TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria | |
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| 16h 17m | 22h 38m | 6h 21m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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