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Taking the train from Lyon to Basel SBB in 3 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Lyon to Basel SBB? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 25 minutes to travel the 179 miles (289 km) from Lyon to Basel SBB by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Lyon to Basel SBB start from £49.34 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Basel SBB? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Lyon to Basel SBB by train
It takes an average of 6h 25m to travel from Lyon to Basel SBB by train, over a distance of around 179 miles (289 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Lyon to Basel SBB and tickets for this journey start from £49.34 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Basel SBB
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Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Basel SBB
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Lyon to Basel SBB by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.