The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Venice Mestre
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Venice Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Venice Mestre will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Venice Mestre on Mon, Mar 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 02 the direct trains cover the 425 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Mon, Mar 02 the slowest trains will take 8 h 34 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 Venice Mestre
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Venice Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$145 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Venice Mestre train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Venice Mestre trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:28 AM Basel | 8h09 | 7:37 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Basel | 8h34 | 10:37 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Venice Mestre
Trains from Basel to Venice Mestre run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $108 (€86) but you can travel from only $50 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:28, the last at 14:04. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€86) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 0m |
First train 11:28 |
Last train 14:04 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Venice Mestre trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Venice Mestre from $50 (€39). 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 Venice Mestre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Venice Mestre
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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