The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Ancona
Cheapest price
€142
Average price
€149
Fastest journey
10 h 48 m
Average duration
11 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Ancona will cost around €149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €142.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Ancona on Sun, Dec 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 638 km distance in an average of 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 12 h 17 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Basel to Ancona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€140 Average price | €82 Average price Cheapest |
9h 32m Average total duration Fastest 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Ancona train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Ancona trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Basel | 10h48 | 7:16 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Basel | 12h17 | 9:23 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Basel | 11h39 | 12:42 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Ancona by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Ancona
Trains from Basel to Ancona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:06, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 396 miles (638 km) distance in 8h 33m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average train duration 9h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 33m |
First train 03:06 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Intercity Notte, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Ancona trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Intercity Notte, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Ancona from $58 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Regionale
Intercity Notte
SBB
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Ancona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Ancona 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 Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Ancona
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazza Rosselli.
- Little Italy
- Trattoria da Nordio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Ancona
- Grand Hotel Palace
- SeePort Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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