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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Basel
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Basel will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $147.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan for Basel every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$141 Average Price | $39 Average Price Cheapest | $376 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 27m Average total duration 15h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Basel trains for today, Thursday, 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 66 | 5:05 pm Milan Centrale | 4h28 | 9:33 pm Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 December | |||||
| EuroCity 60 | 6:10 am Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 10:29 am Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 178 | 9:10 am Milan Centrale | 4h45 | 1:55 pm Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 150 | 10:10 am Milan Centrale | 4h16 | 2:26 pm Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 64 | 2:10 pm Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 6:29 pm Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Basel
Italy
Switzerland
Trains from Milan to Basel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 but you can travel from only $22 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 00:38 |
Last train 22:03 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity from Milan to Basel trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Milan and Basel from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Basel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Milan, you have various train station options to start your route from including Milan Centrale and Milan Porta Garibaldi. When arriving in Basel, you can end your route in train stations like Basel SBB and Basel Bad Bhf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Centrale, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Basel SBB, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Basel
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
DiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingLuggage Carts- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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