Cheapest price
$275
Average price
$277
Fastest journey
8 h 22 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rome will cost around $277 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $275.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Rome without transferring at least once.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg.
Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
---|---|---|
€175 Average price | €141 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest |
14h 14m Average duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 49m Average duration 14h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() ![]() | 9:06 AM Basel SBB | 9h13 | 6:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 9:06 AM Basel SBB | 8h34 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 9:06 AM Basel SBB | 9h59 | 7:05 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 9:06 AM Basel SBB | 9h19 | 6:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 1:03 PM Basel SBB | 9h21 | 10:24 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 1:03 PM Basel SBB | 8h22 | 9:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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Distance 459 miles (739 km) |
Average train duration 13h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $145 (€119) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 16:28 |
For as little as $149 (€121) you can travel by train to Rome from Basel with Trenitalia, Intercity Notte and SBB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
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