What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Basel (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Basel (Station) is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to Basel (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Paris to Basel (Station) is to train via Basel SBB which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 280.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Basel (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Basel (Station). However, there are services departing from Paris and arriving at Basel, Brausebad via Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Basel (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Basel (Station). However, there are services departing from Paris Gare de Lyon and arriving at Basel, Birmannsgasse via Basel, Bahnhof SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Paris to Basel (Station)?

The distance between Paris and Basel (Station) is 523 km. The road distance is 483.2 km.

How do I travel from Paris to Basel (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to Basel (Station) without a car is to train via Basel SBB which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 280.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Basel (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Paris to Basel (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Basel (Station) bus from?

Paris to Basel (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Basel (Station) train from?

Paris to Basel (Station) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Paris Gare de Lyon station.

Train, bus or fly from Paris to Basel (Station)?

The best way to get from Paris to Basel (Station) is to train via Basel SBB which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 16m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 250 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Paris to Basel (Station) bus arrive?

Paris to Basel (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where does the Paris to Basel (Station) train arrive?

Paris to Basel (Station) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Paris to Basel (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Basel (Station) is 483 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Paris to Basel (Station).

Where can I stay near Basel (Station)?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Basel (Station).

Paris to Basel (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Paris to Basel (Station) by train, bus, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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

Train via Basel SBB
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBBtrain Tgv
3h 11m
CHF 157–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N199
8h 16m
CHF 42–58
Drive 483.2 km
1. Drive from Paris to Basel (Station)car 483.2 km
5h 49m
CHF 75–109
Fly to Basel
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Basel (BSL)plane CDG - BSL
4h 1m
CHF 88–244
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain Tgv
3h 14m
CHF 44–138
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CDG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 33m
CHF 108–322

Paris to Basel (Station) by train and tram

4Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 157Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paris to Basel (Station).

Launch map view

Distance: 522.9 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Basel (Station), Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 150–280 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Basel Euroairport FR twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 35–55 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.