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Take the train from Grenoble to Basel SBB in 4 hours 57 minutes
If you want to travel from Grenoble to Basel SBB by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Grenoble to Basel SBB by train to take around 7 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 57 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 22 trains per day running on this route, which spans 186 miles (299 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Basel SBB. SBB trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Basel SBB.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Grenoble to Basel SBB start from £106.45 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Trains to Basel SBB from Grenoble
It takes an average of 7h 12m to travel from Grenoble to Basel SBB by train, over a distance of around 186 miles (299 km). There are normally 22 trains per day travelling from Grenoble to Basel SBB and tickets for this journey start from £106.45 when you book in advance.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Grenoble to Basel SBB?
Want to know more about your journey from Grenoble to Basel SBB? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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SBB trains from Grenoble to Basel SBB
The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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What Intercity classes are there from Grenoble to Basel SBB?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity when travelling from Grenoble to Basel SBB.
Economy
Take advantage of the restaurant carriage which offers a menu made of high-quality produce. Travelling with kids? Choose your seats in the dedicated Family Zone.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Family area
- Power sockets at each seat
- Extra luggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
First Class
In First Class, you'll get to travel in comfortable seats, enjoy free WiFi, as well as more space for your luggage and individual plug sockets (German + Swiss).
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Family area
- Power sockets at each seat
- Extra luggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
What are the onboard services on Intercity?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Grenoble to Basel SBB.
What luggage limits are there? | You can take as much luggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the luggage racks provided. |
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What food and drink is available? | Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro carriage so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | There are plug sockets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | There is pushchair storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family carriage. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle onboard SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities. |
What special assistance is available? | SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet. |
What else do I need to know? | There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Grenoble to Basel SBB?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.