The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Tirano
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Tirano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Tirano will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Tirano on Sat, Feb 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 27 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 7 h 22 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 and flight for Basel to Tirano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Tirano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$108 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Tirano train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Tirano trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:07 AM Basel | 6h53 | 2:00 PM Tirano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Basel | 7h17 | 3:23 PM Tirano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Basel | 6h50 | 3:23 PM Tirano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Basel | 6h53 | 4:00 PM Tirano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Tirano
Trains from Basel to Tirano run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) but you can travel from only $69 (€55) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Tirano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Tirano from $69 (€55). 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 Tirano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Tirano 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 Tirano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Tirano
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available from Via Calcagno.
- Ristorante Bernina
- Trattoria Valtellinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Corona
- Tirano Rooms
- Hotel Bernina
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Milan and Switzerland
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Regional trains to Milan
- Bernina Express to Switzerland
- Bus: Local buses available
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