How to get from Paris to Basel
- 414 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 05m
- 6 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 05m
direct
Flight
€180
Cheapest
7h 30m
direct
Bus
€30
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Paris to Basel. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 414 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €30, on Sat, Oct 3.
414 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €180Checked Oct 2 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €118Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 3h 04mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €42Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 7h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€180Checked Oct 21h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€118Omio catalogue, Oct 33h 04m · directSee Train details
- Bus€42Omio catalogue, Oct 37h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Paris to Basel: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Paris Charles de Gaulle → EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouseflight
HOP!·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Paris to Basel
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€57November 2026
€53Departures from Paris to Basel
FlixBus runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 03:55 and the last at 10:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 6 | 03:55 | 10:30 |
| SNCFtrain | 5 | 07:22 | 18:22 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 4 | 21:45 | 23:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
HOP!Paris Charles de Gaulle-EuroAirport Basel-MulhouseSee live options and dates →
FlixBusParis-BaselBook →
SNCFParis-BaselBook →On this route you travel with HOP!, FlixBus, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Paris to Basel works
Start with a A5 flight from Paris to Basel, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €180 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Paris to Basel: common questions
How long does it take to get from Paris to Basel?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Paris to Basel?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:55 and the last at 10:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Paris to Basel?
6 a day with FlixBus, between 03:55 and 10:30.
When is the first train from Paris to Basel?
The first train with SNCF leaves at 07:22 and the last at 18:22, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Paris to Basel?
5 a day with SNCF, between 07:22 and 18:22.
How far is Basel from Paris?
About 414 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Paris to Basel cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €180. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Basel?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 05m.
How long is the flight from Paris to Basel?
About 1h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Paris and Basel?
Paris is CDG and Basel is BSL, so this route is usually written CDG to BSL.
Which operators run Paris to Basel?
On this route you travel with HOP!, FlixBus, SNCF.
Can you get from Paris to Basel without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 04m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Basel?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: HOP!
Route calculated: 2 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026