What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to France?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to France is to rideshare which costs €33 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to France?

The fastest way to get from Basel to France is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €110 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to France. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Châtelet - Quai de Gesvres via Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and France?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to France. However, there are services departing from Basel Sbb and arriving at Hôtel de Ville via Gare de Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Basel to France?

The distance between Basel and France is 523 km. The road distance is 481.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to France without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to France without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €110 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Basel to France?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Basel to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to France bus from?

Basel to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to France train from?

Basel to France train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Basel Sbb station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to France?

The best way to get from Basel to France is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €110 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €190 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Basel to France bus arrive?

Basel to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

Where does the Basel to France train arrive?

Basel to France train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Basel to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to France is 481 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Basel to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 23162+ hotels available in France.

Can I share a ride from Basel to France?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and France. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to France - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to France by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Basel Sbb to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3h 12m
€112–172
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Parisrideshare 481.1 km
6h 34m
€33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Parisbus FlixBus N191
8h 50m
€43–71
Fly
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane BSL - NCE
4h 9m
€45–186
Drive 481.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Pariscar 481.4 km
5h 47m
€83–120

Basel to France by train and subway (TGV)

5Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

€112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 523.4 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Basel Sbb to Paris Gare De Lyon 5 times a week. Tickets cost €100–170 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Paris twice daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h.

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