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Trip Overview

The average train between Paris and Basel takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Paris to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 4m
Duration
521 km
Distance
CHF 160
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Paris to Basel train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Paris and Basel. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 6:22 PM which arrives into Basel at 9:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paris to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Paris to Basel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 521 km
  • Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Basel, Switzerland?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbb every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 90–140 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) also services this route once a week.

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