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 42m and costs €40 - €160.

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, Brausebad and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via Basel Euroairport FR and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

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 42m.

How far is it from Basel to France?

The distance between Basel and France is 521 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 42m and costs €40 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m 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 Euroairport FR 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 42m and costs €40 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Basel Euroairport FR, which costs €35 - €110 and takes 9h 4m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €270 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Basel to France bus arrive?

Basel to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 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 44m to drive from Basel to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 23102+ 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 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 LyonTgv
3h 42m
€41–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Paris Bercy Seine Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3635
10h 46m
€27–39
Bus via Basel Euroairport FR
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)N191 / ...
9h 4m
€35–107
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Paris481.1 km
6h 34m
€33
Fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BSL - CDG
4h 4m
€100–266
Drive 481.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Paris481.4 km
5h 44m
€83–119
Fly to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)BSL - NCE
4h 10m
€42–178

Basel to France by train and subway (TGV)

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 520.9 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Basel Sbb to Paris Gare De Lyon once a week. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) once daily. Tickets cost €30–100 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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