Train from Lausanne to Basel: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lausanne to Basel on 12 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lausanne to Basel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 55mAverage duration
137 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 343 - R 759Average duration2h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 978 - R 2 794Average duration2h 21m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lausanne to Basel by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Lausanne to Basel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Lausanne to Basel start from R 978. The average price for this train route is around R 1 667. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Lausanne to Basel?

    The average train journey time from Lausanne to Basel is 2h 21m, covering a distance of 136 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

  3. Which train operators serve the Lausanne to Basel route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lausanne to Basel?

    The earliest train from Lausanne to Basel departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 16:34.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Lausanne to Basel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lausanne to Basel?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Lausanne to Basel?

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

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Lausanne to Basel?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 1 031
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lausanne to Basel was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 021

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