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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to La Spezia
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to La Spezia will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for La Spezia on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 9 h 26 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.
Basel - La SpeziaCompare Trenitalia, SBB
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to La Spezia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€112 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price |
7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to La Spezia train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to La Spezia trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:06 AM Basel | 8h15 | 5:21 PM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to La Spezia
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Trains from Basel to La Spezia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€68) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 15:03. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€68) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 01:02 |
Last train 15:03 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to La Spezia trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and La Spezia from $51 (€41). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to La Spezia
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket.
- Luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
- Chef Express
- Moka
- Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
- There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
- Affittacamere Casa Dane
- La Siesta
- Hotel Mary
- Located inside the station near the information board.
- Bus lines: 6, 9, 17, 20, 22, 23, 28, A, C, L, S, SA, SC
- Train lines: REG, IC, FB
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