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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Basel
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
7 h 58 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
447 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Basel will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Basel on Wed, Nov 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 447 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 58 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 7 h 58 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 bus, train, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 277 miles (447 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€117 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €228 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 46m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Basel trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h36 | 7:32 PM Basel | 1 transfer | |
| 4:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h43 | 10:39 PM Basel | 1 transfer | |
| 10:38 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h54 | 11:32 AM Basel | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 12 | |||||
| 4:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h58 | 12:56 PM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Basel
Italy
Switzerland
Distance 277 miles (447 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 14:04 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Basel start from as low as $92 (€75) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $144 (€117) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Basel trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Basel from $30 (€24). 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 Bologna Centrale to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Basel
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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
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