What is the best way to travel from Calais to Basel?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains to Basel from Calais. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Basel from Calais?
You can reach Basel with just £119 by taking a Train from TGV Lyria, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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TGV Lyria6h 1m010:07CalaisFréthun Train Station16:08BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 10:07:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 16:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £119 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 1m
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TGV Lyria6h 59m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station19:26BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 19:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £143 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 59m
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TGV Lyria6h 21m007:02CalaisFréthun Train Station13:23BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 07:02:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 13:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £160 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 21m
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TGV Lyria6h 11m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station18:38BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 18:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £171 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 11m
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What are the fastest trips from Calais to Basel?
You can get to Basel from Calais in just 6h 1m with a Train from TGV Lyria. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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TGV Lyria6h 1m010:07CalaisFréthun Train Station16:08BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 10:07:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 16:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £119 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 1m
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TGV Lyria6h 11m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station18:38BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 18:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £171 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 11m
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TGV Lyria6h 21m007:02CalaisFréthun Train Station13:23BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 07:02:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 13:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £160 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 21m
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TGV Lyria6h 59m012:27CalaisFréthun Train Station19:26BaselCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TGV Lyria goes from Fréthun Train Station, Calais (France) at 29/07/2026 12:27:00 to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 29/07/2026 19:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £143 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 59m
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Bus from Calais to Basel
What are the most popular stations in Calais and Basel?
In Calais, you will usually depart from Les Fontinettes Train station, Beau-Marais Train Station or Ville Train Station, while in Basel you will be arriving at Central Station, Markthalle Bus Station or Badischer Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Basel from Calais? With 4 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Calais and Basel, you can pay as low as £119 with a Train from TGV Lyria.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TGV Lyria: you will get to Basel in just 6h 1m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Calais and Basel are TGV Lyria, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Calais and Basel is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Coquelles or to Birsfelden, and look at flights from , and landing at Basel Mulhouse Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Calais to Basel?
The most popular companies between Calais and Basel, are TGV Lyria. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: TGV Lyria
All you need to know when you travel from Calais to Basel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Calais to Basel. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Calais to Basel
How can I reach Basel from Calais?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, with which you can get to Basel from Calais.
How far is Basel from Calais?
The distance between Calais and Basel is 561.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Calais and Basel?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 15 kgs of CO2, a train 20 kgs, a car 95 kgs, and a flight 138 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Calais to Basel?
You can get to Basel with just £119 by taking a Train from TGV Lyria.
What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Basel?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Basel in just 6h 1m with a Train from TGV Lyria.
More routes to Calais and to Basel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Calais and to Basel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
