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 via Strasbourg which takes 3h 26m and costs €95 - €380.

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 52m.

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 St Louis and arriving at Châtelet via Strasbourg and Gare de l'Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Basel to France?

The distance between Basel and France is 577 km. The road distance is 482.1 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 via Strasbourg which takes 3h 26m and costs €95 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m 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 Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from Basel to France?

The best way to get from Basel to France is to train via Strasbourg which takes 3h 26m and costs €95 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus via Paris, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 8h 52m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €300 and takes 4h 11m.

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 Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Basel to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to France is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Basel to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22528+ 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Basel to France by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Strasbourg
best
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3h 26m
€95–376
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Parisrideshare 481.8 km
6h 34m
€33
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Parisbus FlixBus N191
8h 52m
€45–71
Fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BSL - CDG
4h 11m
€115–296
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
5h 44m
€101–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 13m
€58–99
Drive 482.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Pariscar 482.1 km
5h 49m
€84–121
Fly to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane BSL - NCE
4h 10m
€49–178

Basel to France by train and subway

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 577 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and France?

You can take a train from St Louis to Châtelet via Strasbourg, Paris Est, and Gare de l'Est in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Paris once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h.

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