The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basel for Milan Malpensa Airport on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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 train, bus, and flight for Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$114 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $243 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Basel | 5h46 | 10:16 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:56 AM Basel | 3h46 | 11:42 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Basel | 3h40 | 12:13 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport
Trains from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 07:33 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Milan Malpensa Airport from $28 (€23). 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 Milan Malpensa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Milan Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Milan Malpensa Airport
- 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. 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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