How much is the train ticket from Basel to Nice?

The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Nice start at $204. The average price for this train route is around $210. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Basel to Nice?

The average train trip from Basel to Nice takes 9h 29m and covers 429 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 9m and is operated by TGV Lyria .

Which train operators serve the Basel to Nice route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from TGV Lyria , SNCF - TER .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Nice?

The earliest train from Basel to Nice departs at 9:21am. The latest train departs at 4:34pm.

What is the best train operator from Basel to Nice?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV Lyria , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Nice?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV Lyria has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Nice?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV Lyria , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Nice?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV Lyria , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Basel to Nice from $204 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Basel to Nice on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
SNCF - TER + SNCF	Train	9:21am	Basel Train Station	10h 8m	7:29pm	Nice-Saint-Augustin	No tags
	Train	10:34am	Basel Train Station	9h 29m	8:03pm	Gare de Nice-Ville	No tags
	Train	2:34pm	Basel Train Station	8h 9m	10:43pm	Gare de Nice-Ville	No tags
	Train	4:34pm	Basel Train Station	16h 35m	9:09am	Gare de Nice-Ville	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Nice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

430 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $163	Average Duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$204 - $496	Average Duration9h 29m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$88 - $124	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Nice?

Basel

A
Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Nice

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Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France
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Nice Saint-Augustin
Nice Saint-Augustin, 25 Rte de Grenoble, 06200 Nice, France

Train companies

TGV Lyria

4.5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

SNCF - TER

FR train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Nice by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Basel to Nice?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Nice start at $204. The average price for this train route is around $210. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Nice?
The average train trip from Basel to Nice takes 9h 29m and covers 429 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 9m and is operated by TGV Lyria.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Nice route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from TGV Lyria, SNCF - TER.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Nice?
The earliest train from Basel to Nice departs at 9:21am. The latest train departs at 4:34pm.
What is the best train operator from Basel to Nice?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Nice?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV Lyria has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Basel to Nice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basel to Nice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV Lyria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.