The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Padova
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Padova is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Padova will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Padova on Sat, Jun 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 9 h 40 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.
2:04 PM8h16Basel10:20 PMPadova$1201One-way0 transfers
1:04 PM8h16Basel9:20 PMPadova$1391One-way0 transfers
10:04 AM9h40Basel7:44 PMPadova$1561One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM8h16Basel10:20 PMPadova$1201One-way0 transfers
1:04 PM8h16Basel9:20 PMPadova$1391One-way0 transfers
10:04 AM9h40Basel7:44 PMPadova$1561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Padova
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Padova among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $102.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Padova:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Padova costing on average $132 (€107).
A bus is $176 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Padova costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Padova take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 49m.
Bus takes on average 8h 50m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€107) compared to roughly $123 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.94 (€-7.22). The journey takes 6h 37m versus 6h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Basel to Padova train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Padova trains for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:04 PM Basel | 8h16 | 10:20 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Basel | 14h30 | 6:00 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Padova
Trains from Basel to Padova run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:04, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 10:04 AM |
Last train 3:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Padova trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Padova from $52 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Padova
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Padova 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 Padova, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Padova
- 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, with access from Piazzale Stazione.
- Ristorante Zairo
- Trattoria Al Fungo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Grand'Italia
- NH Padova
- Hotel Europa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for trains to Venice, Milan, Rome
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: connections to tram and bus services
- Tram: Line SIR1
- Bus: Several lines available including 3, 6, 10, 11, 12, 18
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
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